Up to 1.6 million people have had the flu so far this season
By
Lois A. Bowers
Nov 20, 2023
Up to 1.6 million people were sickened with influenza from Oct 1. through Nov. 11, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday.
Wearables could be used to protect against frailty, new data demonstrate
By
Aaron Dorman
Nov 20, 2023
Although many wearable devices aimed at older adults have features that detect signs of specific diseases such as Parkinson’s, new research shows that they could screen for more broad, chronic conditions...
Clinical briefs for Monday, Nov. 20
Nov 20, 2023
New study highlights urgent need for specific biomarkers in vascular cognitive impairment and dementia diagnosis … $3.9 million NIH grant supports research on effects of integrated palliative care on...
For the first time, vaccines are available for all 3 viruses targeting older adults
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Sep 20, 2023
COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus cases are increasing, and the height of influenza season is on the horizon, but older adults and long-term care staff members are entering the first virus season...
Finding a purpose can lower risk of loneliness in older adults, study shows
By
C. Max Bachmann
Jun 29, 2023
Having a sense of purpose in life can offer “potent protection” against loneliness, which can be a health hazard for seniors, investigators say.
Network to develop LTC COVID-19 treatment, infection prevention best practices
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Mar 21, 2023
A network of long-term care medical directors and clinicians will develop best practices guidelines for senior living communities, nursing homes and other congregate care settings in Virginia.
‘Unwitting’ senior living and care providers swept up in $114 million fake nursing degree scheme
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jan 30, 2023
Skilled nursing facilities, an assisted living community and home health providers were among many businesses across the country duped into hiring more than 7,600 nurses with fake credentials, according...
White House offering varied supports to help LTC protect older adults from COVID
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jan 05, 2023
As the country enters its fourth year dealing with COVID-19, the federal government is offering its assistance on testing access, vaccines and guidance on antiviral treatments, says White House COVID-19...
Dementia rates fall 30 percent, likely due to better health, higher education levels: study
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Nov 08, 2022
Dementia in older U.S. adults declined sharply between 2000 and 2016, possibly due to rising education levels, a reduction in smoking and better treatment of cardiovascular risk factors, investigators...
NFID: Half of U.S. adults vulnerable to serious disease due to low flu vaccine uptake
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Oct 06, 2022
Flu season is about to ramp up in a big way, and experts are concerned that low numbers of adults seeking vaccination will leave many vulnerable to influenza and its complications.