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Can a Machine Learning Model Help Predict Care Needs Among Older Adults?
10/26/2023
Julie Gould
A recent study sought to develop a machine learning model to predict the maximum care needs level that individuals over the age of 75 would require within the next three years.
A recent study sought to develop a machine learning model to predict the maximum care needs level that individuals over the age of 75 would require within the next three years.
A recent study sought to develop...
10/26/2023
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Effectiveness of Non Pharmacological Interventions in Preventing Delirium Among Older Adults
08/14/2023
Hannah Musick
A comprehensive overview of systematic reviews found that non pharmacological interventions, particularly multicomponent strategies, are effective in preventing delirium among older people.
A comprehensive overview of systematic reviews found that non pharmacological interventions, particularly multicomponent strategies, are effective in preventing delirium among older people.
A comprehensive overview of...
08/14/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
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Phone Consults Provide Guidance for Rural Caregivers of Veterans With Dementia
03/02/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Specialists contacted caregivers to discuss behavior triggers, pharmacologic and nonpharmacological management strategies, and medications for older veterans with dementia.
Specialists contacted caregivers to discuss behavior triggers, pharmacologic and nonpharmacological management strategies, and medications for older veterans with dementia.
Specialists contacted caregivers...
03/02/2023
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Pandemic Brought Marked Increase in Antipsychotic Prescribing in Nursing Homes
02/15/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
“Strategies are urgently needed to identify these nursing homes and introduce proactive support to bring antipsychotic prescription rates back to prepandemic levels,” researchers advised.
“Strategies are urgently needed to identify these nursing homes and introduce proactive support to bring antipsychotic prescription rates back to prepandemic levels,” researchers advised.
“Strategies are urgently needed...
02/15/2023
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Memory Designation Does Not Lower Risk of Injury Among Residents With Alzheimer Disease
02/10/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Investigators analyzed rates of emergency department visits for injuries among residents of assisted living facilities with and without memory care designation.
Investigators analyzed rates of emergency department visits for injuries among residents of assisted living facilities with and without memory care designation.
Investigators analyzed rates of...
02/10/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
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FDA Grants Accelerated Approval for New Alzheimer Disease Drug
01/06/2023
Maria Asimopoulos
Lecanemab is the second drug targeting the underlying pathophysiology of Alzheimer disease to receive approval.
Lecanemab is the second drug targeting the underlying pathophysiology of Alzheimer disease to receive approval.
Lecanemab is the second drug...
01/06/2023
First Report Managed Care
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Complexity of As-Needed Antipsychotics in Residential Care Requires System-Level Perspective
01/06/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Staff at assisted living/residential care facilities offered insight into the use of antipsychotic medications for managing behavior in residents with dementia or cognitive impairment.
Staff at assisted living/residential care facilities offered insight into the use of antipsychotic medications for managing behavior in residents with dementia or cognitive impairment.
Staff at assisted...
01/06/2023
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Depression Symptoms, Medication Use Among NH Residents With Dementia
11/11/2022
Samantha Matthews
Researchers compared behavioral and depression symptoms and medication use among Michigan nursing home residents with dementia prior to and during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Researchers compared behavioral and depression symptoms and medication use among Michigan nursing home residents with dementia prior to and during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Researchers compared behavioral...
11/11/2022
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High Social Engagement, Contact Connected With Lower Risk of Dementia
11/07/2022
Samantha Matthews
Study authors examined the magnitude of the correlation between the risk of dementia and different aspects of social integration.
Study authors examined the magnitude of the correlation between the risk of dementia and different aspects of social integration.
Study authors examined the...
11/07/2022
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Early Experiences Demonstrate Positive Impact of Dementia Care Program
06/15/2022
Samantha Matthews
“Despite many obstacles to dissemination, with local champions and technical assistance, successful innovations in dementia care can be implemented in diverse health systems,” wrote study authors.
“Despite many obstacles to dissemination, with local champions and technical assistance, successful innovations in dementia care can be implemented in diverse health systems,” wrote study authors.
“Despite many obstacles to...
06/15/2022
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Hospice Disenrollment Among Patients With Dementia Varies by Patient Characteristics, Geography
06/10/2022
Samantha Matthews
Hospice disenrollment varied by geographic location, type of hospice, and patient characteristics among patients with dementia.
Hospice disenrollment varied by geographic location, type of hospice, and patient characteristics among patients with dementia.
Hospice disenrollment varied by...
06/10/2022
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Can a Machine Learning Model Help Predict Care Needs Among Older Adults?
10/26/2023
Julie Gould
A recent study sought to develop a machine learning model to predict the maximum care needs level that individuals over the age of 75 would require within the next three years.
A recent study sought to develop a machine learning model to predict the maximum care needs level that individuals over the age of 75 would require within the next three years.
A recent study sought to develop...
10/26/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
Effectiveness of Non Pharmacological Interventions in Preventing Delirium Among Older Adults
08/14/2023
Hannah Musick
A comprehensive overview of systematic reviews found that non pharmacological interventions, particularly multicomponent strategies, are effective in preventing delirium among older people.
A comprehensive overview of systematic reviews found that non pharmacological interventions, particularly multicomponent strategies, are effective in preventing delirium among older people.
A comprehensive overview of...
08/14/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
Phone Consults Provide Guidance for Rural Caregivers of Veterans With Dementia
03/02/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Specialists contacted caregivers to discuss behavior triggers, pharmacologic and nonpharmacological management strategies, and medications for older veterans with dementia.
Specialists contacted caregivers to discuss behavior triggers, pharmacologic and nonpharmacological management strategies, and medications for older veterans with dementia.
Specialists contacted caregivers...
03/02/2023
Veterans Health Today
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Pandemic Brought Marked Increase in Antipsychotic Prescribing in Nursing Homes
02/15/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
“Strategies are urgently needed to identify these nursing homes and introduce proactive support to bring antipsychotic prescription rates back to prepandemic levels,” researchers advised.
“Strategies are urgently needed to identify these nursing homes and introduce proactive support to bring antipsychotic prescription rates back to prepandemic levels,” researchers advised.
“Strategies are urgently needed...
02/15/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
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Memory Designation Does Not Lower Risk of Injury Among Residents With Alzheimer Disease
02/10/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Investigators analyzed rates of emergency department visits for injuries among residents of assisted living facilities with and without memory care designation.
Investigators analyzed rates of emergency department visits for injuries among residents of assisted living facilities with and without memory care designation.
Investigators analyzed rates of...
02/10/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
FDA Grants Accelerated Approval for New Alzheimer Disease Drug
01/06/2023
Maria Asimopoulos
Lecanemab is the second drug targeting the underlying pathophysiology of Alzheimer disease to receive approval.
Lecanemab is the second drug targeting the underlying pathophysiology of Alzheimer disease to receive approval.
Lecanemab is the second drug...
01/06/2023
First Report Managed Care
News
Complexity of As-Needed Antipsychotics in Residential Care Requires System-Level Perspective
01/06/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Staff at assisted living/residential care facilities offered insight into the use of antipsychotic medications for managing behavior in residents with dementia or cognitive impairment.
Staff at assisted living/residential care facilities offered insight into the use of antipsychotic medications for managing behavior in residents with dementia or cognitive impairment.
Staff at assisted...
01/06/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
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Depression Symptoms, Medication Use Among NH Residents With Dementia
11/11/2022
Samantha Matthews
Researchers compared behavioral and depression symptoms and medication use among Michigan nursing home residents with dementia prior to and during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Researchers compared behavioral and depression symptoms and medication use among Michigan nursing home residents with dementia prior to and during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Researchers compared behavioral...
11/11/2022
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
High Social Engagement, Contact Connected With Lower Risk of Dementia
11/07/2022
Samantha Matthews
Study authors examined the magnitude of the correlation between the risk of dementia and different aspects of social integration.
Study authors examined the magnitude of the correlation between the risk of dementia and different aspects of social integration.
Study authors examined the...
11/07/2022
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
Early Experiences Demonstrate Positive Impact of Dementia Care Program
06/15/2022
Samantha Matthews
“Despite many obstacles to dissemination, with local champions and technical assistance, successful innovations in dementia care can be implemented in diverse health systems,” wrote study authors.
“Despite many obstacles to dissemination, with local champions and technical assistance, successful innovations in dementia care can be implemented in diverse health systems,” wrote study authors.
“Despite many obstacles to...
06/15/2022
Annals of Long-Term Care
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PD-Related Genes Contribute to Disease in 15% of Patients
08/05/2024
Approximately 15% of patients with Parkinson disease (PD) in a large international cohort had potentially actionable genetic variants, according to a study published in the journal Brain.
Approximately 15% of patients with Parkinson disease (PD) in a large international cohort had potentially actionable genetic variants, according to a study published in the journal Brain.
Approximately 15% of patients...
08/05/2024
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MRI-Guided Focused Ultrasound Subthalamotomy for Treating Parkinson Disease
07/23/2024
A study assessed the safety and effectiveness of staged bilateral MRI-guided focused ultrasound subthalamotomy (FUS-STN) to treat Parkinson Disease (PD).
A study assessed the safety and effectiveness of staged bilateral MRI-guided focused ultrasound subthalamotomy (FUS-STN) to treat Parkinson Disease (PD).
A study assessed the safety and...
07/23/2024
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Acupuncture May Enhance Sleep Quality in Patients With Parkinson Disease
07/18/2024
“In this randomized clinical trial, acupuncture improved sleep quality and overall quality of life for individuals with PD. The therapeutic effects persisted for up to 4 weeks, underscoring the potential of acupuncture as a beneficial adjunct...
“In this randomized clinical trial, acupuncture improved sleep quality and overall quality of life for individuals with PD. The therapeutic effects persisted for up to 4 weeks, underscoring the potential of acupuncture as a beneficial adjunct...
“In this randomized clinical...
07/18/2024
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Researchers Use AI to Predict Parkinson Disease Up to 7 Years
06/20/2024
Researchers developed a blood test using artificial intelligence (AI) to predict Parkinson disease up to 7 years.
Researchers developed a blood test using artificial intelligence (AI) to predict Parkinson disease up to 7 years.
Researchers developed a blood...
06/20/2024
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Investigational PD Cell Therapy Receives FDA RMAT Designation
06/06/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted the investigational cell therapy bemdaneprocel a Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy (RMAT) designation for the treatment of Parkinson disease (PD), announced bemdaneprocel developer...
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted the investigational cell therapy bemdaneprocel a Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy (RMAT) designation for the treatment of Parkinson disease (PD), announced bemdaneprocel developer...
The US Food and Drug...
06/06/2024
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SNF Residents Sue Maryland Health Department for Failing to Conduct Inspections
05/29/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
A group of nursing home residents in Maryland filed a class action lawsuit against the state health department for failing to meet requirements calling for annual inspections of skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), McKnights Long-Term Care News...
A group of nursing home residents in Maryland filed a class action lawsuit against the state health department for failing to meet requirements calling for annual inspections of skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), McKnights Long-Term Care News...
A group of nursing home...
05/29/2024
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More State Policies Not Always Linked With Less COVID-19 Burden in Nursing Homes
05/22/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Higher numbers of pandemic policies at the state and territory levels were not consistently associated with fewer COVID-19 cases and deaths in nursing homes or in the community, according to a study published in a research letter in JAMA...
Higher numbers of pandemic policies at the state and territory levels were not consistently associated with fewer COVID-19 cases and deaths in nursing homes or in the community, according to a study published in a research letter in JAMA...
Higher numbers of pandemic...
05/22/2024
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Exposure to Airborne Manganese, Beryllium, and Nickel May Increase the Risk of Parkinson Disease
05/21/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD
Environmental exposure to airborne manganese, beryllium, and nickel may increase the risk of Parkinson disease (PD), according to study results presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Neurology.
Environmental exposure to airborne manganese, beryllium, and nickel may increase the risk of Parkinson disease (PD), according to study results presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Neurology.
Environmental exposure to...
05/21/2024
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New Rules Address Minimum LTC Staffing, Home Care Worker Wages
05/15/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Vice President Kamala Harris announced 2 final rules last month that aim to improve long-term care and home care services.
Vice President Kamala Harris announced 2 final rules last month that aim to improve long-term care and home care services.
Vice President Kamala Harris...
05/15/2024
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Neurostimulation Produces a Stable Quality of Life Up to 5 Years in Patients With Parkinson Disease, Study Finds
05/08/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD
Deep brain stimulation of the subthalamic nucleus (STN-DBS) results in a stable quality of life (QOL) over 5 years in patients with advanced Parkinson disease, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Deep brain stimulation of the subthalamic nucleus (STN-DBS) results in a stable quality of life (QOL) over 5 years in patients with advanced Parkinson disease, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Deep brain stimulation of the...
05/08/2024
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Improving Dementia Symptoms in Nursing Home Residents
11/24/2021
Maria Asimopoulos
Julie Gould
Doll therapy improved which of the following symptoms of dementia in nursing home residents?
Doll therapy improved which of the following symptoms of dementia in nursing home residents?
Doll therapy improved which of...
11/24/2021
Annals of Long-Term Care
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Identifying OAs at Higher Risk for Dementia
03/04/2020
Along with memory decline, what other factor is associated with an increased risk of dementia development among older adults?
Along with memory decline, what other factor is associated with an increased risk of dementia development among older adults?
Along with memory decline, what...
03/04/2020
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Importance of Screening for Elevated Brain Amyloid, Lifestyle Factors to Slow Cognitive Decline
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Importance of Screening for Elevated Brain Amyloid, Lifestyle Factors to Slow Cognitive Decline
04/20/2020
Reisa A Sperling, MD, Center for Alzheimer Research and Treatment, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, discusses her recent study and explains the association between increased amyloid levels with worse cognition and subtle...
Reisa A Sperling, MD, Center for Alzheimer Research and Treatment, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Harvard Medical School, discusses her recent study and explains the association between increased amyloid levels with worse cognition and subtle...
Reisa A Sperling, MD, Center for...
04/20/2020
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Breaking Down the Risk of Dementia in OAs With Memory, Gait Decline
Interview
Breaking Down the Risk of Dementia in OAs With Memory, Gait Decline
03/18/2020
Qu Tian, PhD, MS, staff scientist, Translational Gerontology Branch, National Institute on Aging, discusses the findings of her recent study that examined dementia risk in older adults experiencing dual decline in both memory and gait.
Qu Tian, PhD, MS, staff scientist, Translational Gerontology Branch, National Institute on Aging, discusses the findings of her recent study that examined dementia risk in older adults experiencing dual decline in both memory and gait.
Qu Tian, PhD, MS, staff...
03/18/2020
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Considering the Cost of Medications for OAs With Common Neurologic Conditions
Interview
Considering the Cost of Medications for OAs With Common Neurologic Conditions
03/10/2020
Brian Callaghan, MD, MS, associate professor of neurology, University of Michigan, discusses the correlation between out-of-pocket costs and adherence to medications among older adults with dementia, Parkinson disease, and neuropathy.
Brian Callaghan, MD, MS, associate professor of neurology, University of Michigan, discusses the correlation between out-of-pocket costs and adherence to medications among older adults with dementia, Parkinson disease, and neuropathy.
Brian Callaghan, MD, MS,...
03/10/2020
Annals of Long-Term Care
Benefits of Screening Instruments for Identification of Cognitive Impairment
Interview
Benefits of Screening Instruments for Identification of Cognitive Impairment
03/04/2020
Carrie Patnode, PhD, MPH, investigator with Kaiser Permanente Evidence-based Practice Center, discusses the results of a recent research review that examined the accuracy of brief screening instruments designed to help detect mild cognitive...
Carrie Patnode, PhD, MPH, investigator with Kaiser Permanente Evidence-based Practice Center, discusses the results of a recent research review that examined the accuracy of brief screening instruments designed to help detect mild cognitive...
Carrie Patnode, PhD, MPH,...
03/04/2020
Annals of Long-Term Care
Commentary
Therapy Options for Those With Dementia
08/27/2019
John DenBoer, PhD, clinical neuropsychologist, discusses various types of therapy that can help patients with dementia feel more independent and self-confident.
John DenBoer, PhD, clinical neuropsychologist, discusses various types of therapy that can help patients with dementia feel more independent and self-confident.
John DenBoer, PhD, clinical...
08/27/2019
Annals of Long-Term Care
Commentary
The Importance of Cognitive Exercises for Dementia Mitigation
07/31/2019
Although there is no cure for dementia, John DenBoer, PhD, clinical neuropsychologist, discusses the importance of practicing cognitive exercises on a regular basis as on ongoing effort to mitigate the onset of the disease.
Although there is no cure for dementia, John DenBoer, PhD, clinical neuropsychologist, discusses the importance of practicing cognitive exercises on a regular basis as on ongoing effort to mitigate the onset of the disease.
Although there is no cure for...
07/31/2019
Annals of Long-Term Care
Commentary
Debunking Common Myths About Dementia
07/02/2019
John DenBoer, PhD, clinical neuropsychologist, reviews common dementia myths, explaining why it is important to increase society’s understanding of dementia and to provide the community with support.
John DenBoer, PhD, clinical neuropsychologist, reviews common dementia myths, explaining why it is important to increase society’s understanding of dementia and to provide the community with support.
John DenBoer, PhD, clinical...
07/02/2019
Annals of Long-Term Care
Interview
Determining the Most Beneficial Atypical Antipsychotic Treatment for Dementia Symptoms
06/06/2019
Ismaeel Yunusa, PharmD, of the School of Pharmacy at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in Boston, explains how recent study findings correlate to the 2015 AGS Beers Criteria update and highlights knowledge gaps that...
Ismaeel Yunusa, PharmD, of the School of Pharmacy at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in Boston, explains how recent study findings correlate to the 2015 AGS Beers Criteria update and highlights knowledge gaps that...
Ismaeel Yunusa, PharmD, of the...
06/06/2019
Annals of Long-Term Care
Commentary
Top Tips to Keep Dementia at Bay From a Clinical Neuropsychologist
05/14/2019
John DenBoer, PhD, clinical neuropsychologist specializing in the assessment and detection of early-stage dementia and founder of SMART Brain Aging, Inc., discusses misconceptions surrounding dementia as well as tips that can be used to help...
John DenBoer, PhD, clinical neuropsychologist specializing in the assessment and detection of early-stage dementia and founder of SMART Brain Aging, Inc., discusses misconceptions surrounding dementia as well as tips that can be used to help...
John DenBoer, PhD, clinical...
05/14/2019
Annals of Long-Term Care
Commentary
Addressing Important Factors Related to Dementia
04/24/2019
John DenBoer, PhD, a clinical neuropsychologist featured in a new documentary, reflects on prior life experiences that led him to his dementia-related research, advocating for early identification and intervention.
John DenBoer, PhD, a clinical neuropsychologist featured in a new documentary, reflects on prior life experiences that led him to his dementia-related research, advocating for early identification and intervention.
John DenBoer, PhD, a clinical...
04/24/2019
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Can a Machine Learning Model Help Predict Care Needs Among Older Adults?
10/26/2023
Julie Gould
A recent study sought to develop a machine learning model to predict the maximum care needs level that individuals over the age of 75 would require within the next three years.
A recent study sought to develop a machine learning model to predict the maximum care needs level that individuals over the age of 75 would require within the next three years.
A recent study sought to develop...
10/26/2023
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Effectiveness of Non Pharmacological Interventions in Preventing Delirium Among Older Adults
08/14/2023
Hannah Musick
A comprehensive overview of systematic reviews found that non pharmacological interventions, particularly multicomponent strategies, are effective in preventing delirium among older people.
A comprehensive overview of systematic reviews found that non pharmacological interventions, particularly multicomponent strategies, are effective in preventing delirium among older people.
A comprehensive overview of...
08/14/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
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Phone Consults Provide Guidance for Rural Caregivers of Veterans With Dementia
03/02/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Specialists contacted caregivers to discuss behavior triggers, pharmacologic and nonpharmacological management strategies, and medications for older veterans with dementia.
Specialists contacted caregivers to discuss behavior triggers, pharmacologic and nonpharmacological management strategies, and medications for older veterans with dementia.
Specialists contacted caregivers...
03/02/2023
Veterans Health Today
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Pandemic Brought Marked Increase in Antipsychotic Prescribing in Nursing Homes
02/15/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
“Strategies are urgently needed to identify these nursing homes and introduce proactive support to bring antipsychotic prescription rates back to prepandemic levels,” researchers advised.
“Strategies are urgently needed to identify these nursing homes and introduce proactive support to bring antipsychotic prescription rates back to prepandemic levels,” researchers advised.
“Strategies are urgently needed...
02/15/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
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Memory Designation Does Not Lower Risk of Injury Among Residents With Alzheimer Disease
02/10/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
Investigators analyzed rates of emergency department visits for injuries among residents of assisted living facilities with and without memory care designation.
Investigators analyzed rates of emergency department visits for injuries among residents of assisted living facilities with and without memory care designation.
Investigators analyzed rates of...
02/10/2023
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