Dupilumab tied to fewer exacerbations in COPD with type 2 inflammation
May 21, 2024
An increase was seen in prebronchodilator forced expiratory volume in one second with dupilumab versus placebo at weeks 12 and 52.
Half of Native Americans older than 70 years may have cognitive impairment
May 17, 2024
Vascular and neurodegenerative injuries are approximately equally responsible for cognitive impairment.
Study identifies factors that predict driving cessation in seniors
May 22, 2024
Older age, female sex and progression to symptomatic Alzheimer’s disease were associated with driving cessation.
Genital talc use positively linked to ovarian cancer
May 21, 2024
Frequent douching and douching during young adulthood also was positively associated with ovarian cancer.
Ultraprocessed food consumption linked to cognitive impairment, stroke
May 23, 2024
The risk for cognitive impairment and stroke was lower with the intake of unprocessed, minimally processed foods.
Pulmonologist intervention beneficial for undiagnosed asthma, COPD
May 21, 2024
Those receiving pulmonologist-directed treatment have less subsequent healthcare utilization for respiratory illness.
Report: AI tool could boost communication for older adults with cancer
By
Kristen Fischer
May 22, 2024
AI may be a useful communication tool to help older adults with cancer communicate with their doctors and have more of a say in their treatment, per a new report.
US Justice Department moves to reclassify weed as less risky drug
May 17, 2024
The US Justice Department on Thursday moved to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, setting the stage for a significant shift in the nation’s drug policy.
More news for Wednesday, May 8
By
Lois A. Bowers
May 08, 2024
National Health Investors investment pipeline exceeds $300M … Diversified Healthcare Trust results miss forecast, but senior housing portfolio continues to improve … Pennant Group’s senior living...
Listeria risk prompts recall of Planters peanut products
May 07, 2024
To date, no reports of illnesses have been linked to the recalled products have been reported.
