Drugs used to treat dementia can be deadly, report asserts
By
Kimberly Marselas
Oct 05, 2015
Several antipsychotics used to control symptoms of dementia increase the risk of patient death more than previously estimated, according to findings published in JAMA Psychiatry.
Computer, cell phone use may improve seniors’ mental age by 4 to 8 years
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Sep 02, 2015
Today’s seniors have better cognitive function than seniors did 10 years ago, and cell phone and computer use could be a factor, according to a new study.
Japanese test could ID Alzheimer’s earlier, spur new treatment pathways
By
Kimberly Marselas
Feb 01, 2018
A blood test that looks for biomarkers tied to Alzheimer’s disease could be the screening tool needed to identify patients earlier and get them into critical trials.
Grigg appointed CEO of 18 skilled nursing facilities in NY, MI
By
Kimberly Marselas
Nov 05, 2021
Susan Grigg, RN, BSN, LNHA, has been appointed CEO of an 18-building skilled nursing and rehabilitation enterprise that spans New York state and Michigan. In the new role, Grigg will manage the overall...
Nominations sought for McKnight’s Women of Distinction awards
By
Danielle Brown
Dec 21, 2020
Now’s the time to submit nominations for the McKnight’s 2021 Women of Distinction Awards program.
CCRC takes root in Dallas
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 31, 2019
Construction is being overseen by The Belaire Group, which has provided consulting services for The Legacy Senior Communities since the initial planning phase in 2014.
Advanced liver disease and hepatic encephalopathy in the elderly
By
Fred Poordad, M.D.
Nov 02, 2012
Recent news coverage pointed the spotlight on hepatitis C and the baby boomer population, but the elderly population also is particularly susceptible to liver disease, and its care often falls into the...
To tell a story is to change a life forever
May 11, 2018
Last summer, along with my older sister and our children, we made a 900-mile trek across four states for no other reason than to sit across a picnic table from our paternal grandfather and listen to his...
Calming music at bedtime improves elders’ sleep quality in study
By
Alicia Lasek
Apr 22, 2021
Investigators found that older adults sleep better when they listen to music for 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime — especially if this habit is repeated for weeks.
Cholinesterase inhibitors may preserve kidney function in Alzheimer’s disease: study
By
Alicia Lasek
Dec 06, 2022
Treatment with donepezil, rivastigmine or galantamine is associated with preserved kidney function and reduced risk of death, researchers report.