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September 6, 2018 Seniors

Avoidable Sepsis Infections Send Thousands Of Seniors To Gruesome Deaths

Nursing homes around the country are failing to prevent infections that can lead to sepsis.

August 23, 2018 Seniors

More seniors struggling to care for aging parents

As life spans lengthen, adult children like Hall in their 60s and 70s are increasingly caring for frail, older parents — something few people plan for.

August 15, 2018 Seniors

When choosing a nursing home, check the clothing and laundry

Well-dressed residents, well-staffed homes – a researcher has found.

August 13, 2018 Disabilities / Medicaid / Seniors

Medicaid Officials Target Home Health Aides’ Union Dues

A proposed rule would prohibit home health aides paid directly by Medicaid from having their union dues automatically deducted from their paychecks.

August 9, 2018 Dementia / Seniors

Learning To Live Well With Dementia

There is no cure for Alzheimer’s but there are many things that can be done to make life better for people with dementia and their caregivers.

August 1, 2018 Drugs / Opioids / Painkillers / Seniors

Poll: Providers Aren’t Doing Enough to Warn Older Patients About Opioids

Many Americans over 50 favor limits on painkiller prescribing, and those who receive prescriptions need more counseling about risks and safe disposal options.

July 16, 2018 Dementia / Seniors

Number of ‘elder orphans’ grows

With increasing life expectancy and geographic mobility, the chance of aging without a partner or children is significant.