A “cautious approach” to COVID-19 vaccination may be best for the very frail with Parkinson’s who reside in long-term care settings, a panel of neurologists contend. But for most with Parkinson’s, the risks of COVID-19 outweigh any vaccination risks, they conclude.
Nursing home residents who had Physician’s Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment significantly increased the likelihood that their treatment preferences were documented in their medical record, a statewide facility study has shown.
Shingrix was “highly effective” in reducing the risk of herpes zoster (shingles) and associated illnesses for all frailty subgroups studied.
“This is the right therapy, but it needs more study … and it needs engaged medical director oversight and supervision,” says AMDA’s Executive Director Chris Laxton. Emergency approval of COVID antibody therapy is predicted in the coming weeks.
A direct poll of nursing home residents in 36 states reveals a “drastic” reduction in social activities and a steep increase in reported loneliness. “Innovative distance socializing” may help address the problem going forward, say the report’s authors.
Lack of social connections may lead to unfulfilled care needs and poor health outcomes in frail older adults. Investigators suggest targeted interventions.
Adults over age 70 who are moderately active more than once a week can improve or maintain their level of frailty — physically, psychologically and socially, say investigators.
Inflammation can contribute to rapid beta-amyloid plaque buildup in the brain, disrupting mental status, finds a new study.
Sleep apnea linked to Alzheimer’s brain changes …. Adding patient frailty measures to Medicare payment model could lead to fairer clinician reimbursement … Flu cases down, while hospitalizations up: CDC
Map of lethal C. difficile toxin could pave way for future treatments … Providers underreporting major injury falls on MDS, study suggests … Regular video game play on the rise among older adults … U.S. market unprepared to meet needs of frail elders in the 2020s
