Apathy linked to lower blood pressure in older adults with vascular brain changes
By
Alicia Lasek
May 05, 2020
Seniors with low blood pressure are at greater risk for apathy when they have higher levels of small-vessel brain changes, a new study suggests.
Algorithm accurately predicts Alzheimer’s risk, study finds
By
Alicia Lasek
May 05, 2020
A computer algorithm can go head-to-head with neurologists, accurately diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease and predicting risk, say investigators.
Mark the date: CE-approved COVID-19 strategies highlighted in McKnight’s Online Forum
By
Alicia Lasek
May 05, 2020
Get the inside scoop on infection control, resident engagement and leadership at McKnight’s Online Forum: COVID-19 Update II. The free webinar event takes place on Wednesday, May 13.
Clinical Briefs for Wednesday, May 6
By
Alicia Lasek
May 05, 2020
Nursing homes to feds: Expand COVID-19 testing to all, pay $120K per facility, expedite PPE shipments … People aged 95 and over show stronger brain connectivity, say investigators … Intensive blood...
Clinical Briefs for Tuesday, May 5
By
Alicia Lasek
May 04, 2020
CMS creates an independent COVID-19 response commission for nursing homes … Therapy providers get the green light to provide Medicare telehealth services … Lowered lean body mass raises diabetes risk...
Airborne coronavirus can be limited by room ventilation, open spaces: study
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Alicia Lasek
May 04, 2020
The concentration of aerosolized coronavirus particles in two hospitals was lower in rooms with proper ventilation and after disinfection.
Free-weight routine that mimics daily movements combats frailty, say researchers
By
Alicia Lasek
May 04, 2020
Strength training with free weights is not only appropriate for older adults, it can help prevent the onset of age-related frailty, a new study finds.
Here, Fido! Two states distribute robotic pets to curb seniors’ social isolation during pandemic
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 04, 2020
Florida and New York are using companion pets to help older adults, including those with dementia, combat the effects of social isolation during COVID-19 lockdowns.
Blood clotting emerges as a new COVID-19 risk
By
John O'Connor
May 03, 2020
It’s well established that COVID-19 fuels severe respiratory problems. In addition, those with severe infections also risk abnormal blood clotting, according to Irish clinicians.
Many seniors appear to be taking potentially inappropriate meds after being hospitalized
By
John O'Connor
May 03, 2020
Hospitalizations cause up to 60% of older patients to take medicines that may be potentially inappropriate, a team of researchers has found.