At a June PAYER Summit, care leaders said data, clinical-team input and regular communication help providers sustain Medicare Advantage contracts.
Home-Based Care Operators Turn MA Contracts Into Lasting Partnerships
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Nursing Homes Are Meeting Practical Needs, But Need To Do Better On Promoting Independence And Privacy, Survey Shows
A survey of 1,391 adults ages 60 to 90 found practical needs outpace privacy and independence in perceptions of nursing home care.
Ancient Gut Microbes Migrated With Humans Across The Globe
A study of Hadza and Tsimane gut microbiomes found shared bacterial species with genetic splits dating to prehistoric human migrations.
Adults With ADHD Face Higher Risk Of Developing Dementia Later In Life
A U.S. study of more than 187,000 adults found ADHD was associated with higher later-life dementia or cognitive impairment risk; it does not prove causation.
Cost Of Senior Living In Massachusetts
A Seniors Guide report lists Massachusetts costs for home care, nursing and adult day health care, with rates varying by service and location.
If You Spend Your 9-5 Tied To Your Desk, Use This 15-Minute Mobility Workout To Reduce Stiffness, Ease Lower-back Tightness And Improve Posture
Trainer Maxwell Thompson shares a six-move, 15-minute mobility circuit for desk workers, with modifications and guidance on what the routine can and cannot promise.
The Best Zodiac Signs for Mind-Blowing Sexual Compatibility
Compare 10 sex compatibility zodiac books by approach, usability, and depth to find the right guide for your relationship questions.
Genes May Protect Against APOE4 Alzheimer’s Risk
A study of nearly 450,000 people identified genetic regions linked to protection from Alzheimer’s among APOE4 carriers, with key findings still unvalidated.
Why Behavioral Health And Dementia Care Are Becoming Table Stakes In Home-Based Care
Home-based care providers are expanding dementia expertise and behavioral health access as older adults’ needs reshape service expectations.
Functional Decline Precedes Cardiovascular Disease Events By Many Years
A study of 12,015 older adults found worsening frailty and physical health years before cardiovascular events, with differences widening near diagnosis.
