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Jun
13
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Fish Oil Prevents Age-Related Loss Of Vision
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Loss of vision due to age can potentially be prevented by DHA, an omega-3 fatty acid found in fish. The study, which was recently published in the peer-reviewed journal Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Science demonstrated that lab models fed ...
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Jun
11
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Medicare beneficiaries supportive of ACOs, despite rough start
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Despite a somewhat rocky start, Medicare beneficiaries have been supportive of accountable care organizations, a government official said.
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Jun
07
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Health Care Reform: What's New in 2012 Post Supreme Court Decision
(Advance-OT) --
Justin Moore of APTA will discuss policy provisions of the health care reform law specific to rehabilitation.
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Jun
06
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Game Change
(Advance-PT) --
What does the health reform bill mean for physical therapists?
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Jun
05
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Study: Quality measures are needed for end-of-life care
(McKnights) --
As the number of people who choose nursing homes for end-of-life care continues to rise, more quality measures are needed to help consumers judge performance, a new study recommends.
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Jun
01
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Examining the relationship between specific cognitive processes and falls risk in older adults: a systematic review
(Medworm) --
Abstract This systematic review aims to establish which cognitive domains are associated with falls or falls risk. Recent evidence
suggests that impaired cognition increases seniors2019 risk of falling. The purpose of this review was to identi
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May
30
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Exercise, vitamin D may prevent falls: guidelines
(Medworm) --
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Older adults who are at high risk of falls should have physical therapy and take vitamin D supplements to reduce their chance of injury, according to new recommendations from a government-backed panel. (Source: Reuters: Health)
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May
25
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Multi-pronged training can cut rates of physical restraint use in nursing homes, study finds
(McKnights) --
Interventions such as group training sessions and the provision of supportive materials for staff, residents and relatives can help nursing homes lower dependence on physical restraints, a study found.
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May
23
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Physical therapy association to convene in Tampa
(Medworm) --
The American Physical Therapy Association will hold its annual conference and exposition at the Tampa Convention Center from June 6-9.
The conference is expected to attract about 2,200 attendees, ..
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May
22
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Never Too Old To Play
(Advance-PT) --
Seniors celebrate Older Americans Month by staying fit and healthy.
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