Obama reiterates need to pass economic stimulus bill
Feb 05, 2009
As the Senate works to amend the economic stimulus bill, President Obama has indicated that he will go only so far in compromising with Republican critics of the legislation.
A life filled with a carefree attitude and social activity could help reduce the risk of developing dementia in old age, new research suggests.
Brain-aging gene identified, opening up treatment possibilities
Jan 20, 2009
Scientists at the Université de Montréal have discovered a gene that is responsible for the aging of neurons in the brain and central nervous system. This finding could lead to new therapies for Alzheimer’s...
Federal nursing home spending gains speed while overall healthcare spending slows
Jan 06, 2009
Federal spending on nursing home and home health accelerated in 2007, even as overall healthcare spending grew at the slowest rate since 1998, according to a new spending report issued today by the Centers...
New aging theory finds dangers in gene deregulation
Dec 01, 2008
Just as the deregulation of banks and businesses is believed to have contributed to the financial crisis, researchers at Harvard are saying the deregulation of certain genes leads to cell damage and aging.
Advocacy groups plead for end to two-year wait for Medicare coverage for disabled
Nov 14, 2008
Healthcare and disability advocacy groups have launched a campaign to end the two-year waiting period the disabled must endure before qualifying for Medicare.
McCain spokesman denies Obama’s Medicare claims
Oct 21, 2008
Sen. Barack Obama (D) recently accused his rival in the presidential race of planning to slice $882 billion from Medicare to fund his healthcare plan. It is a charge Sen. John McCain’s (R) camp refutes.
Get on the bus
By
John Andrews
Oct 01, 2008
Whether it’s a doctor visit or a country drive, vehicles are key. But performing due diligence is a must before hitting the road
In sales, it’s about survival
Oct 01, 2008
This is a tough time for many people in the senior housing industry. With sub-prime fiascos, consumer confidence waning and an election up in the air, your customers are in need of some special love and...
McKnight’s offers video from NIC conference
Sep 23, 2008
Want to hear directly from industry leaders on market trends and capital availability? McKnight’s can help. We recently posted a dozen short videos from the recently-held National Investment Center...