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Aug
27
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Long-term care association mourns death of Kennedy
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Among those honoring the memory of Sen. Edward Kennedy, who died late Tuesday, was the long-term care community.
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Aug
27
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Editors' Blog: Kennedy's contributions to healthcare
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The healthcare field, including long-term care, lost an advocate with the passing of Sen. Edward Kennedy.
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Aug
26
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Mapping Study Suggests Brain Shrinkage In Obese Elderly Could Increase Alzheimer's Risk
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Elderly people who are overweight or obese tend to have less tissue in certain areas of the brain, suggesting they might be at greater risk for dementia, Alzheimer's disease and other cognition-impairing conditions, according to researchers.
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Aug
26
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Aging Science Leaders To Gather During Active Aging Week To Encourage Discovery In Healthy Living And Longevity
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This September, as senior citizens across the nation take a collective step to improve their health through exercise and increased activity, the world's leading experts in aging science will gather to present breakthrough scientific research.
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Aug
25
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USC Gerontology Students Participate In 'Aging Sensitivity Training' Provided By SCAN Health Plan
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Gerontology students at University of Southern California had an opportunity to "become senior citizens" on Friday thanks to Trading Ages(TM), an interactive senior sensitivity training program sponsored by SCAN Health Plan. The award-winning program...
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Aug
24
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APTA Provides Home Repairs For Local Resident Through Rebuilding Together Alexandria
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The American Physical Therapy Association's (APTA) Board of Directors and senior staff teamed up today with Rebuilding Together Alexandria, a nonprofit organization that rehabilitates the homes of low-income homeowners, to conduct home repairs.
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Aug
24
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Don't Forget About Granny: Older Adults Experience Better Reported Health When Connected With Family And Friends
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Older adults who have stronger social support networks are more likely to report better overall health compared to their counterparts lacking adequate social interactions and emotional support.
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Aug
24
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Middle-age smoking, high blood pressure and diabetes raise dementia risk
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Those who smoke, or suffer from hypertension or diabetes during their middle-age years have a higher risk of developing dementia later, according to a new study.
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Aug
21
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Proposed cuts would reduce nursing home Medicare payments by $44 billion over 10 years, AHCA finds
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A House healthcare reform bill and a new government regulation together would cut Medicare payments to nursing homes by $44 billion over 10 years. That is according to a new analysis by the American Health Care Association.
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Aug
21
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Editors' Blog: The reality of a longer life span
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Americans are living longer than ever. That is good news. And it also presents challenges.
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