Long-term care COVID mortality higher in males, residents with cognitive impairment … U.S. COVID-19 vaccination willingness declined from April to December … New antibiotics class combats antibiotic...
Staff and residents differ in willingness to be vaccinated
By
Alicia Lasek
Jan 04, 2021
There is a distinct contrast between the numbers of long-term care staff members and residents willing to receive the first round of COVID-19 vaccines, industry observers report. Education is key to supporting...
FDA approves first generic of glucagon to treat severe low blood sugar
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Alicia Lasek
Jan 04, 2021
Glucagon to treat severe hypoglycemia is available in a generic formula for the first time in 20 years.
No severe reactions to COVID-19 vaccine so far in long-term care: early reports
By
Alicia Lasek
Jan 04, 2021
The initial onsite clinic experience was positive overall, despite some expected side effects, says industry advocate LeadingAge, whose affiliates represent 43 states.
It’s time! Nominate your candidate for a McKnight’s Women of Distinction award
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jan 04, 2021
Don’t delay: The deadline is Wednesday to nominate an outstanding colleague for a 2021 McKnight’s Women of Distinction award.
Clinical briefs for Monday, Jan. 4
By
Alicia Lasek
Jan 04, 2021
New variant of COVID-19 reported in more U.S. states … COVID may cause chronic nervous system inflammation (POTS) … Novavax’s coronavirus vaccine heads to final-stage trial … Interpretation of...
The World Health Organization is urging the global community not to panic about a new coronavirus variant discovered in the United Kingdom. There is a good chance that it will respond to vaccines, and...
‘Out in the cold’: LTC pharmacies ask to be matched with vaccination sites, relief funds
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Alicia Lasek
Dec 22, 2020
As their businesses groan under the weight of COVID-19-related expenses, long-term care pharmacists are pressing federal officials for relief funds and asking for a bigger role in coronavirus vaccinations.
Short-term ‘prehab’ doesn’t prevent muscle wasting after surgery, therapists find
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Alicia Lasek
Dec 22, 2020
Older adults who are scheduled for elective surgery will likely benefit more from a longer-term prehab program of targeted strength exercises, therapist-researchers say.
Clinical briefs for Tuesday, Dec. 22
By
Alicia Lasek
Dec 22, 2020
FDA approves first oral hormone therapy for advanced prostate cancer … Remote monitoring leads to fourfold decline in hospital return after joint surgery … Scientists search for culprit behind allergic...