Diet and nutrition linked to cognitive ability, brain shrinkage
A new study shows that elderly people with higher levels of some vitamins and omega-3 fatty acids in…
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Poll: Most healthcare organizations not optimistic on ACO participation
Most senior executives at hospitals, health systems, and insurers are still undecided about their organization's participation in the…
News January 3Report finds 42 sex offenders living in Iowa’s care facilities
At least 42 sex offenders are living within 21 Iowa care facilities for the elderly and disabled, according…
News January 3NLRB final rule accelerates union elections
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) yesterday passed a final rule on union elections that provider groups contend…
News December 23Hospital discharge summaries often delayed; may affect nursing home re-hospitalizations
Summary reports that follow discharged hospital patients to a nursing home are frequently delayed and sometimes incomplete, according…
News December 22Kentucky association requests review panels for nursing home lawsuits
The Kentucky Association of Health Care Facilities is requesting the creation of a state law that would put…
News December 21NCPA: Changes to LTC pharmacy consultants ‘jeopardize rural healthcare’
Changes proposed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) could create turmoil for independent community pharmacies…
News December 21Navigator to form biggest long-term care GPO after Extendicare acquisition
Extendicare Real Estate Investment Trust announced Monday that U.S. subsidiary, Extendicare Health Services, Inc., had agreed to sell…
News December 20Pioneer ACO model attracts 32 healthcare providers
Thirty-two healthcare organizations from 18 states are participating in the government’s Pioneer Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) initiative, the Department…
News December 19
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