More seniors getting flu, shingles and pneumonia shots, but disparities remain
By
Alicia Lasek
Sep 30, 2022
Vaccination discrepancies among older demographic groups are likely due to care access, hesitancy and cost, the AARP says.
Too early to celebrate? Alzheimer’s drug trial success leaves questions
By
Alicia Lasek
Sep 30, 2022
News that Alzheimer’s drug lecanemab has reduced cognitive decline by 27% is receiving measured responses from prescribers as they await further data.
Clinical briefs for Friday, Sept. 30
By
Alicia Lasek
Sep 30, 2022
Medicare to cover medically tailored meals? It would under Biden plan … Tufts scientists to test effect of nutritious shake on memory in seniors … AHCA summarizes CDC’s flu vax reporting requirements...
New Alzheimer’s drug shows promise in slowing disease
By
John Roszkowski
Sep 29, 2022
In a potentially significant breakthrough in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, recently completed clinical trials show a new experimental drug treatment could significantly slow the progression of...
Study: Some comorbidities raise death risk from COVID-19
By
John Roszkowski
Sep 29, 2022
A new study by the Department of Veterans Affairs suggests certain types of pre-existing conditions may pose greater risks for death than others for COVID patients.
Aduhelm costs play role in 2023 Medicare Part B premium drop
By
John Roszkowski
Sep 29, 2022
The Biden administration is touting a reduction in premiums in 2023 for Medicare Part B as a victory for consumers, but the decrease follows a larger premium increase this year to help cover the spending...
Clinical briefs for Thursday, Sept. 29
By
John Roszkowski
Sep 29, 2022
Biosensor detects brain tumors with less than a drop of blood … Many older adults used telemedicine during COVID-19 pandemic … Diet reduces signs of dementia in mice … Study evaluates feasibility...
New research: Alzheimer’s may be autoimmune disease
By
John Roszkowski
Sep 28, 2022
A new research model suggests that Alzheimer’s disease may be a result of autoimmune disease in the brain, rather than a disease of the brain as many have previously thought.
Home-based palliative care cuts risk of hospital death
By
Diane Eastabrook
Sep 28, 2022
Patients with chronic heart failure who received collaborative home-based palliative care were more likely to die at home, rather than in a hospital, according to new research.
Report identifies five components for ‘healthy aging’ model
By
John Roszkowski
Sep 28, 2022
A new report identifies ways long-term care organizations can use a residential care model to improve health outcomes and healthy living in older adults.