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Racial disparities seen in Alzheimer’s disease diagnoses
Black participants in Alzheimer’s disease research studies were 35% less likely to be diagnosed with Alzheimer’s and related dementias than…
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New index evaluating aging across states is a valuable resource for journalists
Where you live will help determine how successfully you age. A retrospective analysis by leading aging experts in the U.S.…
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Report: Home care workers deserve more pay, benefits
A new report from the Economic Policy Institute (EPI) paints a stark picture of the financial plight of home care workers.…
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New research highlights vaccine effectiveness vs. natural immunity in older adults
New research published in the CDC Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) revealed how much more effective COVID-19 vaccines are…
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New website helps states share home and community-based services, plus how to report on this topic
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has launched a new “one-stop-shop” for state Medicaid agencies and stakeholders to…
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Tips for reporting on what experts say could be a tough flu season for the elderly
As cases of the Delta variant start to wane, infectious disease specialists have a new concern this fall — flu…
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ACL delivers first report on RAISE Act to Congress
Family caregiving can be rewarding but also challenging. When caregivers do not have the support they need, their health, well-being…
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Study reveals why neighborhood location impacts aging
When it comes to health care, neighborhood location matters — not only now, but also as we age, according to…
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New poll looks at fall risk during the COVID-19 pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to serious long-term health effects — ranging from heart problems to ongoing brain fog. Now,…
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New tip sheet looks at a key cause of heart problems
While deaths from COVID-19 have naturally been a major focus over the past 18 months, cardiovascular disease (CVD) remains a…