Hearing loss may take ‘enormous’ toll on elders’ quality of life, study says
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Alicia Lasek
Jul 20, 2019
Hearing loss is linked to significant mental, physical and social ailments in seniors, especially memory loss, a large new study has found.
As hypertension-related deaths climb, researchers call for action
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Alicia Lasek
Mar 19, 2020
Hypertension mortality rates have risen by 72% in rural settings and 20% in urban areas, according to findings from 10 million death records.
White House foresees COVID boosters as an annual shot, plans nursing home outreach
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Alicia Lasek
Sep 08, 2022
Health officials are planning outreach to vulnerable groups such as nursing home residents who may require more than an annual vaccination for protection.
Three simple interventions would dramatically cut deaths caused by heart disease, researchers say
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Alicia Lasek
Jun 10, 2019
Worldwide efforts to dramatically reduce deaths caused by heart disease should target three key areas: lowering blood pressure, cutting sodium intake and eliminating trans fats. So concludes a study conducted...
Study: Sickest COVID-19 patients have 22 percent lower mortality with vaccination
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Alicia Lasek
May 23, 2023
Vaccination for COVID-19 has reduced by 22% the number of COVID-19 deaths among hospitalized patients dependent on oxygen, according to a new study.
Brain implant therapy for Parkinson’s now can be managed remotely, test shows
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Alicia Lasek
May 04, 2021
Researchers now can wirelessly stream brain activity from patients with Parkinson’s disease as they go about their normal daily activities, and better adjust treatment delivered by an implanted deep...
Healthcare workers less hesitant to receive COVID-19 vaccination, survey finds
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Alicia Lasek
Feb 17, 2021
Fewer healthcare workers say they’ll refuse a COVID-19 shot now than they did in December, investigators have found. And hesitant respondents explained what might change their minds.
Routine vaccinations among older Medicare beneficiaries have not yet recovered from their pandemic slump. Stepped-up efforts to resolve the disruption are necessary, and may give clinicians a chance to...
Bi-monthly virtual conference to share COVID-19 best practices
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Alicia Lasek
Jun 26, 2020
The Green House Project will convene long-term care experts to share “proven protocols and lessons learned.” Participants will have a chance to receive feedback regarding their own cases and questions.
Seated tai chi improves functional, mental health recovery in ischemic stroke
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Alicia Lasek
Apr 13, 2022
Patients in a modified, 12-week tai chi program saw gains in hand and arm function, balance while sitting and mental health when compared to those in a standard stroke rehab exercise program.