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Cognitive Screening Test at License Renewal Explored for Seniors

Sleep Medication Used by 8.4 Percent of Adults in 2020

Uptake Low for COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters in Immunocompromised Adults

General, Abdominal Obesity in Middle Age Tied to Later Frailty Risk

U.S. Proposes to Make COVID-19 Shot Annual, Much Like Flu Shot

Female Cancer Survivors Experience Accelerated Declines in Physical Function

Seniors Had High Burden of RSV-Positive Respiratory Infection Before COVID-19

Feds to Investigate Overuse of Antipsychotic Drugs by Nursing Homes

Pandemic Funding Saved More Americans From Medical Debt

Convalescent COVID-19 Plasma Beneficial for Immunocompromised

Over One-Quarter of Adults Age 71 and Older Have Vision Impairment

More Women Aged ≥65 Years Have Late-Stage Cervical Cancer

Most Long COVID Resolves Within One Year for Mild Infections

Hearing Loss Linked to Increased Risk for Dementia

Social Isolation Tied to Higher Dementia Risk

Overall Increase Seen in COVID-19 Vaccine Acceptance Globally

1975 to 2019 Saw Decrease in Stroke Mortality for Men, Women

U.S. Mails Out Some COVID-19 Tests That Are About to Expire

Staffing Stability Is Marker of Better Quality of Nursing Homes

EPA Proposes Tougher Rules on Air Pollution

Nighttime Hot Spring Bathing May Decrease Prevalence of HTN in Older Adults

Social Work Staffing May Increase Access, Use of Palliative Care

Increasing Staff Vaccination at Nursing Homes Cuts COVID-19 Infections

Risk for SARS-CoV-2 Breakthrough Infection Increased for Cancer Patients

Flu Vaccine 36 Percent Effective Against A(H3N2) in 2021/2022

PCP-Specialist Cotraining Improves Patient Experiences

ACP Updates Living Guideline on Pharmacologic Treatment of Osteoporosis

Congressional Report Slams FDA, Drugmaker Over Approval of Alzheimer Drug Aduhelm

Ransomware Attacks on Health Care Organizations on the Rise

Molnupiravir Does Not Reduce COVID-19-Related Hospitalization, Death

Opioids Frequently Prescribed to Patients With Cirrhosis

Social Frailty Linked to Worse Outcomes for Elderly Heart Failure Patients

Most Older Adults Concerned About Emergency Department Costs

Life Expectancy Down to 76.4 Years in 2021

Patient-Centered Communication Tool Feasible for Seniors With Acute Myeloid Leukemia

Low Serum Vitamin D Tied to Age-Related Loss of Muscle Strength

2001 to 2021 Saw Decline in Physician Work Hours

2012 to 2021 Saw Drop in Bicycle-Related Injuries

Mindfulness Training, Exercise No Aid for Cognitive Function

U.S. to Release Flu Meds From National Stockpile to Ease Shortages

Bivalent COVID-19 mRNA Booster Effective

Decision Aid Improves Decision Quality for Seniors With CKD

Most Older Adults With COPD Are Doing Well Mentally

U.S. Deaths Drop in 2022, But Still Higher Than Prepandemic Levels

Biden Administration Calls for Crackdown on Misleading Medicare Ads

Deaths Mentioning Long COVID Identified in United States

Drop in Mortality Seen With AChEI, Memantine in Dementia With Lewy Bodies

Severity of Acute COVID-19 Tied to Frequency of Long COVID Diagnosis

Telehealth Navigator Program Ups Video Visit Adherence in Primary Care

Nirmatrelvir Plus Ritonavir Reduces Risks for COVID-19 in Seniors

U.S. Health Officials Urge Indoor Masking in Major Cities as ‘Tripledemic’ Rages

Preprint, Peer-Reviewed Pairs of Studies Generally Concordant

Extreme Temperatures Up Risk for Cardiovascular Mortality

Half of U.S. Adults Not Concerned About the Flu

Black Patients Have Worse Percutaneous Coronary Intervention Outcomes

Viral Rebound Uncommon After Molnupiravir, Nirmatrelvir-Ritonavir Therapy

Recommendations Updated for Treatment, Prevention of HIV

1.3 Million Older Women Still Receive Cervical Cancer Screening-Related Services

COVID-19 Vaccine Prevents Against Reinfection

Persistent Pain in Seniors Linked to Decline in Physical Function

Review Links Hearing Aid Devices With Reduced Cognitive Decline

Feds Urge Vaccination as ‘Tripledemic’ Hits More Americans

FDA: No Useful Monoclonal Antibody Treatments Left Against New COVID-19 Variants

Herpes Zoster Linked to Increased Risk for Cardiovascular Disease Events

Subjective Cognitive Decline Tied to Incident Dementia in Black, Latinx Individuals

Lecanemab Reduced Markers of Amyloid in Early Alzheimer Disease

Temporal Improvement Seen in Standard of Care for Hospitalized COVID-19 Patients

2000 to 2020 Saw Increase in Drug Overdose Death Rates in Seniors

Left Digit Bias Seen in Acceptance of Organs for Donation

Demographic Disparities Seen in Firearm Fatality Rates

Second Death in Trial of Experimental Alzheimer Drug Raising Concerns

Medical Masks Similar to N95 Respirators for Preventing COVID-19

Geographic Distribution of Dimorphic Mycoses Expanding in U.S.

Studies Compare Various Treatments for COVID-19

New COVID-19 Variant XBB Gaining Ground Among Americans

CDC: Flu Has Started Early and With a Punch

Treatment Without ADT Delays Initiation of Systemic Therapy in Prostate Cancer

Thermal Images Differentiate Healed From Unhealed Wounds

New Pfizer Booster Shot Shows Protection Against Emerging Omicron Variants

New Tool Can Predict Individual’s Dementia Risk

Seroprevalence to SARS-CoV-2 Has Increased Over Time

FDA Oversight of Clinical Trials Described as ‘Grossly Inadequate’

Multidimensional Factors Shaped Physician Stress During Pandemic

For Older Adults, Loneliness Ups Mortality After Nonelective Surgery

Racial, Ethnic Disparities Seen in Cerebrovascular Disease in Midlife

Atrial Fibrillation Screening Program Cost-Effective in Elderly

Symptom Burden Increases in Year Before Dialysis Initiation

Moderna Booster Shot Prompts Strong Immune Response Against Omicron Subvariants

Childhood Lead Exposure Tied to Worse Cognitive Function in Late Life

Antiepileptic Med Use Increasing in Nursing Home Residents With Dementia

SNAP Use Linked to Slower Decline in Memory for Older Adults

2000 to 2016 Saw Decline in Dementia in U.S. Older Adults

Age-Related Macular Degeneration Prevalence Remains High

Frailty-Related Fracture Risk Higher for Seniors With Cancer History

Prevalence of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Increasing Globally

CDC Updates Recommendations for Prescribing Opioids for Pain

Worsening BP Outcomes Seen in HTN Patients During Pandemic

BMI Declines Seen Seven Years Before Cognitive Impairment Diagnosis

Older Adults With Poor-Prognosis Cancers Commonly Have Preexisting Conditions

1999 to 2018 Saw Increase in Barriers to Timely Medical Care

Higher Work Hours Linked to Depressive Symptoms for Interns

Female Med Students Publish Less, Despite Higher Number of Research Experiences

One-Year Mortality 13.4 Percent for Seniors After Major Surgery

Prevalence of Dementia Estimated at 10 Percent in 2016

Flu, COVID-19 Vaccination Cover High Among Health Care Personnel

Pfizer Plans to Charge More Than $100 Per COVID-19 Shot in 2023

Tougher Federal Penalties to Come for Failing Nursing Homes

COVID-19 Death Rate Increased With Age, Was Higher for Men

Physicians With Disabilities Experience More Mistreatment

Less Sleep Tied to Higher Risk for Developing Chronic Disease

Older Adults Interested in At-Home Tests

Insulin Rationing Reported by 16.5 Percent of Insulin Users

Psychotic Disorders May Raise Risk for Later Dementia

Rates of Surgical Consults Lower for Black Patients

Pfizer’s Updated Booster Targets Omicron Variants, New Data Confirm

Model Estimates Mortality Risk in Adults with Dementia

Resilience May Improve Health of Older Adults with T2DM

One in Three Family Caregivers for Alzheimer Disease Patients Has Depression

Distressing Dreams Tied to Cognitive Decline, All-Cause Dementia

New Model Predicts Five-Year Alzheimer Dementia Risk

Minorities With Dementia Show Lower Incidence of Amyloid PET Positivity

Functional Stroke Recovery Varies by Age, Sex, and Stroke Type

Patient Care Delayed at Large Hospital Chain After Ransomware Attack

CDC Will Stop Issuing Daily Updates of COVID-19 Cases, Deaths

Pollution Tied to Risk for Serious COVID-19 Despite Vaccination

AAO: One in Nine Patients With Wet AMD Skip Follow-Up

Most Safety Signals Reported to FDA Lead to Regulatory Action

COVID-19 Boosters Could Save 90,000 Lives This Winter

Male Physicians Receive More and Higher Payments From Medical Companies

COVID-19 Pandemic Tied to Burnout in Health Care Professionals

CDC Warns of Possible Severe Flu Season Ahead

Research & Development Investments Do Not Explain Drug Price Variation

Healthy Lifestyle Can Further Lower Risk for Death in Former Smokers

Hospital-Treated Infections Earlier in Life Tied to Alzheimer, Parkinson Disease Risk

Neurostimulation Methods Compared for Treating Depression in Seniors

Bivalent mRNA-1273.214 Elicits Better Response Against Omicron

Sleep Problems Tied to Later Cognitive Decline, Dementia

CDC Says Universal Masking Can Be Dropped in Some Nursing Homes, Hospitals

Insomnia May Up Risk for Subjective Memory Decline in Older Adults

Diabetes-Related Deaths Not Decreasing in Rural Areas in the U.S.

Physician Burnout Significantly Increased During 2020 to 2021

4.4 Million Americans Have Gotten Updated COVID-19 Boosters

Japan to Drop COVID-19 Restrictions, Ease Entry for Tourists

More Batches of Moderna COVID-19 Shots Shipped Amid Reports of Shortages

Daily Multivitamin May Protect Against Cognitive Decline in Older Adults

Medical Debt Tied to Worsening of Food, Housing Insecurity

FDA Warns of Cybersecurity Risk With Certain Medtronic Insulin Pumps

USPSTF Recommends Depression Screening for All Adults

Poll: Seven in 10 Older Adults Report Joint Pain or Arthritis

Bebtelovimab Appears Reliable for COVID-19 During Omicron Epoch

Physician Burnout May Raise Risk for Patient Safety Events

WHO Says Pandemic’s End May Be Near

Summary Elixhauser Comorbidity Score Developed for Use in Older Adults

Obstacles, Helpful Behaviors Explored for End-of-Life Care at Critical Access Hospitals

CVD Risk Factors ID’d in Individuals With High Fracture Risk

Early-Onset HTN, Type 2 Diabetes Linked to Early-Onset Glaucoma

EHR-Based Food Insecurity Screening Process Feasible

Poor Periodontal Health Linked to Cognitive Decline, Dementia

Flu Vaccine Offers Moderate Protection From Stroke

COVID-19 Vaccines Likely to Become Annual Shots: White House

First Needle-Free COVID-19 Vaccines Receive Approval in India, China

Multidisciplinary Effort Key in Hip Fracture Care for Elders

CDC Expert Panel OKs Omicron-Specific Boosters From Pfizer, Moderna

U.S. Safety-Net Providers Report Moral Distress in Early Pandemic

AI Model Can Quantify Radiographic Joint Damage in RA

Risks for Neurologic, Psychiatric Sequelae Persist After COVID-19

Physical Function in Older Adults Linked to CV Event Risk

U.S. Life Expectancy Decreased 0.9 Years From 2020 to 2021

Cardiovascular Benefits of Statins Outweigh Low Risk for Muscle Symptoms

Pathway Programs for Medical School Diversity Disrupted by Pandemic

Wide Variance Seen in Booster Uptake Among Vaccinated U.S. Adults

Hospitalization Rates Up During Omicron BA.2 Predominance

Biden Administration Will Stop Sending Out Free COVID-19 Tests on Friday

Any Type of Leisure-Time Physical Activity Tied to Lower Mortality Risk

Dementia Risk in Seniors Varies With Type of Sedentary Behavior

Smart Socks May Cut Hospital Fall Rates in At-Risk Patients

Increased CXCL9 Level Linked to Increased Hip Fracture Risk in Men

Rates of Severe COVID-19 Lower With Nirmatrelvir in ≥65s

Peritoneal Dialysis Less Costly for Medicare Than Hemodialysis

2019 to 2020 Saw Decrease in Life Expectancy in All States, D.C.

Risk for ILD/Pneumonitis Examined for Trastuzumab Deruxtecan

Pfizer Asks FDA to Approve Omicron-Specific Booster Shot

Metformin, Ivermectin, Fluvoxamine Do Not Prevent Severe COVID-19

Walk Test With Smartphone Sensor Can Classify Fall Risk in Amputees

CDC Director Says Agency Needs Major Overhaul

Biden Administration May Stop Buying COVID-19 Vaccines, Treatments by Fall

Low Serum Urate Level Tied to Low Lean Mass, Underweight

Cheaper OTC Hearing Aids Should Be in Stores by October, FDA Says

First Lady Jill Biden Has COVID-19

COVID-19 Risk for Dialysis Patients Tied to Antibody Response to Vaccine

For Self-Measured BP, Smartphone App No Better Than Standard Device

Clinical Guideline Issued for Use of COVID-19 Convalescent Plasma

U.K. Is First Country to Approve Moderna Omicron-Targeted Vaccine

Three At-Home COVID-19 Tests Needed to Confirm Negative Result, FDA Says

How Will New Federal Legislation Cut Drug Costs?

Formulary Restrictions May Worsen Atrial Fibrillation Outcomes

Leisure Activities Inversely Linked to Dementia, Alzheimer Disease

Polypharmacy Prevalent Among Older Adults With Blood Cancers

Most Older Americans Say They Will Get Updated COVID-19 Booster in Fall

Atopic Eczema Tied to Higher Risk for Dementia in Older Adults

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