New psychotherapy treatment reduces chronic pain in seniors
By
Donna Shryer
Jun 16, 2024
A recent study, published in JAMA Network Open and conducted by UCLA Health and the US Veterans Affairs Office, determined that a newer psychotherapy called Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET)...
Providers express support for MA prior authorization reform bill
By
Donna Shryer
Jun 16, 2024
Nursing home and senior living providers on Friday praised the newly introduced Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act, which would address the longstanding issue of prior authorization required...
Clinical briefs for Monday, June 17
By
Donna Shryer
Jun 16, 2024
4% of older adults have dementia diagnosis, new survey finds … Antacid confirmed to lower risk of upper gastrointestinal bleeding in ventilated patients … More evidence that melatonin reduces chances...
Study shows vigorous activity cuts dementia risk in seniors
By
Donna Shryer
Jun 09, 2024
A recent study delivered good news for seniors concerned about maintaining their mental sharpness, especially those managing high blood pressure. Researchers found that engaging in vigorous physical activity...
Spousal caregivers need emotional support before losses, not just after, study finds
By
Donna Shryer
Jun 09, 2024
A recent study suggests that healthcare professionals and policymakers should expand their focus on supporting the emotional well-being of individuals whose spouses have dementia, especially in the years...
Study probes bouts of lucidity among those with dementia
By
Donna Shryer
Jun 09, 2024
A recent study published in The Gerontologist sheds light on a phenomenon that many caregivers of seniors with severe dementia have witnessed: moments of unexpected clarity or recognition, often called...
Clinical briefs for Monday, June 10
By
Donna Shryer
Jun 09, 2024
Positive link observed between Joint Commission accredited long-term hospitals and infection control … Paxlovid adds no clear long-COVID benefit, clinical trial finds … Hand OA classification update
3-year study shows persistent long-term COVID-19 effects, especially in hospitalized patients
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Donna Shryer
Jun 02, 2024
A new investigation studied the risks and health challenges that people face during the three years following a COVID-19 diagnosis. The analysis, published in Nature Medicine, included 135,161 individuals...
Screening tool predicts older adults’ need for end-of-life care intervention
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Donna Shryer
Jun 02, 2024
A computerized tool can accurately identify older adults visiting the emergency department who have a high risk of dying within six months, a new study found. The tool, called the Geriatric End-of-Life...
Personalized digital coaching by AI effectively controls hypertension
By
Donna Shryer
Jun 02, 2024
Can an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered digital health program that’s personalized to provide individual lifestyle guidance help people better manage their hypertension and decrease clinician workloads?