Music, not pills, to manage agitation, researchers hope
By
Danielle Brown
Nov 01, 2020
Group music therapy in an eldercare setting reduces agitation and may be a useful tool in managing aggressive behavior, according to a new study.
Falls may be an indication of Alzheimer’s
By
Danielle Brown
Nov 01, 2020
Alzheimer’s disease brain changes may be the culprit when an older person with no known cognitive decline has a fall, according to a study published in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Diseases.
Ask the treatment expert: Why does the wound physician want to change an unstageable wound to a stage...
Nov 01, 2020
Why does the wound physician want to change an unstageable wound to a stage 3?
November IT Update
Nov 01, 2020
The 2020 winners of the McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards, sponsored by Stanley Healthcare, have been posted online at www.mcknights.com.
Genesis, Signature doubts prompt Omega write-down
By
Danielle Brown
Nov 01, 2020
Omega Healthcare Investors, a real estate investment trust, announced in late September that it will move to a cash-basis accounting method for tenants Genesis HealthCare and Signature HealthCARE.
SNF census slide persists
By
Danielle Brown
Nov 01, 2020
Occupancy rates for skilled nursing properties dropped to a new record low of 74.6% in July, according to a report released in early October from the MAP® Data Service of the National Investment Center...
November Business Briefs
Nov 01, 2020
The Department of Health and Human Services announced $20 billion in new Provider Relief Funding for operators in early October.
Under federal pressure, state ends suspension of antigen following concerns about inaccurate results
Nov 01, 2020
After the federal government threatened to take action against the state, Nevada in October rescinded its statewide order suspending antigen testing pending further evaluation.
Rising counts prompt response from governor
Nov 01, 2020
North Dakota — Concerned about rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in long-term care facilities in the state, Gov. Doug Burgum (R) expedited actions to improve care.