Preventing vitamin D deficiency in older adults could help maintain better muscle strength, function
By
Amy Novotney
Apr 19, 2021
Vitamin D deficiency may cause poor muscle function, particularly in older adults, according to a new study by Australian researchers.
Wednesday, earn CE credits while learning about UV-C disinfection
By
Alicia Lasek
Jul 20, 2020
Attendees at McKnight’s Online Forum, July 22, will learn about ultraviolet germicidal irradiation along with tools and technology to supplement infection prevention protocols. The hour-long session...
CDC posts videos to educate staff, residents on its 2 vaccine safety systems
By
Alicia Lasek
Mar 17, 2021
YouTube videos detail the VAERS reporting system for CNAs and other facility providers, plus the agency’s smartphone-enabled post-vaccination health checker, or v-safe, which can be used by residents...
Chair-based exercise is safe and effective for nursing home residents: study
By
Alicia Lasek
Nov 19, 2020
Participants experienced task-specific improvements in physical and cognitive functions, and enhanced well-being, investigators report.
Robotic tail could help off-balance elderly stay upright
By
Julie Williamson
Aug 19, 2019
For years, assistive mechanical devices, such as robotic arms, hands and legs, have helped patients improve function and gain mobility – and now a robotic tail is showing promise for balancing unsteady...
Youthful self-perception boosts older adults’ health, study reveals
By
Donna Shryer
Apr 22, 2024
In the age-old quest for the fountain of youth, a new study reports that adults between the ages of 50 and 80 who see themselves as looking more youthful may also have a more positive outlook toward the...
HHS to LTC operators: Step up your booster clinic timelines before year ends
By
Alicia Lasek
Dec 22, 2021
Long-term care operators should speed up plans to help residents boost their immunity before an expected COVID-19 surge hits, a federal official told virtual town hall attendees Tuesday.
Hacking and other healthcare breaches have exposed data of 20M patients in early 2022
By
Alicia Lasek (f3)
Jul 15, 2022
Hacking or IT problems are behind 80% of breaches that have exposed the healthcare data of U.S patients in the first half of 2022, according to a new report.
Specialists issue sound advice for reducing falls
By
Alicia Lasek
Mar 14, 2020
Good hearing helps seniors stay balanced when other senses are less reliable, say otolaryngologists.
Art intervention improves well-being of adults with dementia
By
Alicia Lasek
Dec 04, 2019
An art gallery program for adults with dementia helps to improve well-being and normalize cortisol levels, according to a new study.