Two documentaries could bring attention, not all of it wanted
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 13, 2024
The past couple of weeks have brought news of two upcoming documentaries that promise to shine a spotlight on senior living, warts and all.
Treatment for cannabis use disorder has decreased since 2004
Feb 27, 2024
For people with cannabis use disorder in 2004 to 2014, specialty treatment decreased in states with medical cannabis laws with dispensary provisions.
Actions & Transactions, May 30
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
May 30, 2023
Ziegler closes $31.96M financing for EveryAge Obligated Group … Braemar Partners begins preconstruction work on senior living community in Somerset County, NJ … Ground broken for independent living...
EEOC launches new effort to reach workers in rural and underserved areas
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jan 31, 2024
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on Monday launched the REACH initiative, a new, multi-year effort aimed at broadening the agency’s outreach to workers in rural and underserved communities.
Friendship, Richfield Living merge in Virginia
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Oct 04, 2023
Two southwestern Virginia retirement communities merged this week in a new collaboration they believe will enhance their existing offerings and broaden their reach.
Environmental Protection Agency finalizes stronger air quality standards
Feb 09, 2024
The agency estimates that the new standard will prevent up to 4,500 premature deaths in the first year of full enforcement.
‘Box and a Button’ captures ‘Essence’ of tech solutions during Falls Prevention Week
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 19, 2023
Tech designed to preempt falls continues to trend towards being as unobtrusive and convenient as possible, one smart system company touts.
eGFRcr-cys levels more strongly linked to adverse outcomes in seniors
Jan 29, 2024
Stronger and more uniform associations were seen for all-cause mortality and kidney failure with replacement therapy.
CMS announces Alzheimer’s drug coverage policy, but ‘the devil is in the details,’ experts say
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 01, 2023
A Thursday announcement by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services regarding coverage of Alzheimer’s drugs is being met with skepticism by some industry advocates who say that “the devil is in...
Biden doubles down on support for responsible AI development in healthcare
By
Aaron Dorman
Oct 02, 2023
President Biden announced an executive order on AI may be forthcoming during a meeting last week with the Presidential Council of Advisors on Science and Technology.