Paige Cerulli |
January 8, 2021
Implementing PPE and social distancing protocols while caring for residents with dementia brings an additional set of challenges.
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Paige Cerulli |
January 3, 2021
In addition to numerous other challenges, the pandemic brings significant legal complications that facilities need to be aware of.
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Paige Cerulli |
December 17, 2020
Our panel of experts identified some important strategies for combatting COVID-19 at senior living facilities.
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Paige Cerulli |
November 28, 2020
We’re pleased to share new evidence of the MMR vaccine’s effectiveness against COVID-19.
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Paige Cerulli |
November 2, 2020
Given the added risks presented by COVID-19, flu control measures are more important than ever this year.
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Paige Cerulli |
October 28, 2020
Technology has recently taken on new and significant roles in older adult care settings.
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Paige Cerulli |
October 25, 2020
Learn how facilities and caregivers can play an important role in helping to support residents during COVID-19.
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Paige Cerulli |
October 6, 2020
A new clinical trial assesses the safety and effectiveness of LY-CoV555, an antibody against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
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Elaine Howley |
May 15, 2020
As a culture, we tend to discount age and experience. This sets the stage for rampant ageism, and senior care facilities are not immune.
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Caralyn Davis |
April 7, 2020
Staff at skilled nursing facilities and other senior care facilities risk serious illness if infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
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Jen Carsen |
April 6, 2020
IASC's periodic roundup of coronavirus-related news of interest to senior care leaders.
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As a senior care leader, prescribing or distributing medications, it’s critical to know the latest pharma recalls and modified warning labels
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Paige Cerulli |
March 18, 2020
Social distancing is challenging in a senior care facility. Here we share expert advice for social distancing at meals and with visitors
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Paige Cerulli |
March 12, 2020
Medication management challenges senior care facilities. Explore pharmacy solutions including medication therapy management and formulary management.
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The rapid worldwide spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) is obviously of great concern to long-term care facilities. As with most things, however, preparation is preferable to panic, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have released new guidance that should help with these efforts.
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Jon Forknell |
March 2, 2020
To reduce nurse burnout and improve patient care, SNFs and other senior care facilities are implementing scheduling software, helping ensure proper nurse-to-patient ratios.
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Caralyn Davis |
February 14, 2020
Providers should consider developing a resident-centered policy for the management of resident sexual activity - here are the guidelines to consider.
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Elaine Howley |
November 13, 2019
Cyberattacks can cause big consequences for senior care facilities. So how can you help prevent cyberattacks? Follow these five steps.
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Elaine Howley |
October 2, 2019
Regular finger sticks and insulin injections offer a small but real chance of infection, but common sense protocols can reduce that risk.
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Nicole Stempak |
December 29, 2017
Researchers found stressful events can be linked to obesity, which is associated with several chronic illnesses.
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A growing number of healthcare providers are questioning the need for extensive cancer screening for seniors when the tests won’t significantly improve their quality of life.
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Kathleen Mears |
November 13, 2017
The decision of whether to get the influenza vaccine has added considerations and consequences for those who work and live in long-term care facilities.
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Researchers explored the connection between disability and the American Heart Association's guidelines for cardiovascular health in older Latin Americans.
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I Advance Senior Care |
September 27, 2017
A majority of seniors have multiple chronic conditions—and a majority of Medicare plan members say plans don’t help proactively manage them, a new survey finds.
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Nicole Stempak |
August 22, 2017
A new survey from CVS found 61 percent of Americans plan to get the flu shot this year, a slight increase from last year.
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Nicole Stempak |
June 7, 2017
An Iowa program uses evidence-based findings to help seniors stay independent longer and avoid falls.
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Nicole Stempak |
June 5, 2017
New research has found aging blood vessels is more of a reflection of a sedentary culture than genetics, suggesting healthy aging is possible.
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