Common measure of mortality also predicts cancer survival in seniors
By
Alicia Lasek (f3)
May 09, 2022
The Charlson Comorbidity Index accurately predicts morbidity in elderly patients with cancer, a new investigation has found.
Clinical briefs for Monday, May 9
By
Alicia Lasek (f3)
May 09, 2022
Vaccine shortage may ensue if feds encourage 2nd booster by September: report … FDA sets limits on J&J COVID-19 vaccine due to rare clotting issue … Hallmarks of Alzheimer’s found well before diagnosis,...
Why nutrition is key to fending off isolation in older adults
By
Charlie Wilson
May 10, 2022
Improving culinary operations not only provides better nutrition and variety for residents of senior living communities, but may help improve their mental health, a provider says.
CDC: New SNF data show COVID-19 booster improves omicron protection
By
Alicia Lasek (f3)
May 06, 2022
Data from thousands of U.S. skilled nursing facilities show that a COVID-19 booster shot is more protective against omicron than an initial series alone, investigators say.
Parkinson’s Foundation expands free, at-home genetic testing initiative
By
Alicia Lasek (f3)
May 06, 2022
The organization is making an effort to connect a broader and more diverse set of candidates to clinical trials.
Effects of intranasal insulin on cognition, mobility studied in elderly
May 06, 2022
Intranasal insulin is linked to improvements in cognition and gait in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes, researchers say.
Clinical briefs for Friday, May 6
By
Alicia Lasek (f3)
May 06, 2022
FDA official says “no evidence” second round of Paxlovid stops repeat symptoms, contradicting CEO … FDA planning for a “new normal”: annual COVID-19 and flu shots … Effect of COVID-19...
‘Very real challenges’ coming for nursing homes with end of first set of COVID waivers
By
Danielle Brown
May 06, 2022
The first set of COVID-related waivers have officially been put to rest and nursing home providers expect the changes will create “some very real challenges” with care access for residents.
Thousands of nursing home workers protest over staffing standards
By
Danielle Brown
May 06, 2022
More than 2,000 Pennsylvania nursing home workers protested Wednesday in front of more than 32 facilities statewide in a push for better wages, staffing and job standards.
Clinical briefs for Thursday, May 5
By
Alicia Lasek (f3)
May 05, 2022
Opinion: CDC’s new pain guidelines will be “bridge to nowhere” without improved care access … Remdesivir slightly lowers death, ventilation in hospitalized COVID-19 patients … Link between...