More U.S. adults using melatonin as sleep aid despite lack of evidence
Mar 04, 2022
Use of the supplement melatonin by U.S. adults has more than quintupled between 1999 and 2018, a new study has found.
New data show high excess mortality from RSV, reduced threat from flu among older adults
By
Alicia Lasek
Mar 02, 2022
The first such study in 13 years finds nuanced changes in the risk that flu and respiratory syncytial virus pose to seniors, and underscores the impact of the 2009 H1N1 flu pandemic on infections and deaths...
Clinical briefs for Tuesday, March 1
By
Alicia Lasek
Mar 01, 2022
CMS wallops nursing homes with planned staffing requirements and increased penalties … FDA ups recommended dose of Evusheld monoclonal antibody treatment … Addressing residents’ kidney health an...
Nearly all high-touch surfaces in LTC are contaminated, study finds
By
Amy Novotney
Feb 18, 2022
More than 90% of “high-touch” surfaces in long-term care facilities, including handrails and equipment controls, are contaminated with fecal matter and other potential sources of infectious...
After 20 years on the market, AbbVie’s dry-eye drug Restasis to be available as generic
By
Alicia Lasek
Feb 03, 2022
Dry eyes affect nearly 19% percent of adults aged 75 years and older, according to data from a national survey.
Clinical briefs for Thursday, Feb. 3
By
Alicia Lasek
Feb 03, 2022
CMS memo: ‘Dramatic staff losses’ not happening due to vax requirements … Remdesivir found effective as early treatment for COVID-19 … Social isolation linked to 27% increase in heart disease risk...
NIH panel updates treatment guidelines for non-hospitalized COVID-19 patients
By
Alicia Lasek
Jan 25, 2022
A new recommended treatments list addresses the omicron variant’s current dominance and drug supply shortages.
Clinical briefs for Thursday, Jan. 20
By
Alicia Lasek
Jan 20, 2022
Senior housing analysts report on rising SNF coronavirus cases … Paxlovid antiviral COVID-19 pill appears to be effective against omicron … Nearly half of American adults have gained weight during...
Long-term care providers who’ve been flummoxed about recent infection control guidance coming from federal health agencies are not alone.
Clinical briefs for Tuesday, Jan. 11
By
Alicia Lasek
Jan 11, 2022
Senior living must be prioritized in COVID-19 response, association urges Biden administration… U.S. breaks COVID-19 hospitalization record as omicron surges … ECRI ranks ease of taking 7 popular COVID-19...