Social support tied to lower mortality in older women with colorectal cancer
By
Alicia Lasek
Jan 23, 2020
Women with few social supports had 42% higher cancer mortality than their better-connected peers, a Kaiser Permanente study has found.
Small social networks promote well-being in older adults, say researchers
By
Alicia Lasek
Nov 09, 2019
The stereotype of older adults as sad and lonely may be well off the mark – at least when they’re compared to their younger counterparts, a new study finds.
Primer helps social networking novices conquer the digital divide
By
McKnight's Staff
May 30, 2012
“Overcoming the Digital Divide” is an easy-to-read primer for anyone trying to survive in an increasingly digital world. Long-term care professionals and others can learn how to use social...