Category
Aging
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Race and risk in menopause: The connection journalists miss
Menopause is often discussed only in terms of hot flashes and mood changes — but research shows that it is a…
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A simple blood test could detect Alzheimer’s earlier, but Medicare doesn’t cover it
Medicare doesn’t cover new FDA-approved blood tests that could detect Alzheimer’s early. The bipartisan “ASAP Act” aims to change that.
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Scientists create ‘brain map’ targeting Alzheimer’s and other age-related diseases
A new study offers one of the most detailed looks yet at how the brain’s molecular landscape shifts over time…
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Home care vs. home health care: How to explain the difference
It’s crucial to understand the distinction between home care and home health care so you can fully explain it to…
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New U.S. News ratings highlight best home health care agencies nationwide
A new set of ratings from U.S. News & World Report evaluates which home health agencies exceed expectations and which…
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Elder services funding in the 2026 budget bill — is it enough?
The 2026 budget bill provides ongoing funding for many programs and services for older adults — but some advocates say…
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Vaccine trends and misinformation among older adults
In this webinar, epidemiology experts review the latest immunization trends, and discuss how to counter vaccine misinformation.
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Reporter’s series on Michigan nursing homes spurs legislative action
See how Bridge Michigan’s Robin Erb caught legislators’ attention with her coverage on nursing home staff shortages, patient harm and…
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New issue brief documents what’s at stake if Medicaid HCBS are cut
A new KFF report lays out how much states rely on Medicaid HCBS to pay and assist caregivers, and how…
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Private equity and the money behind nursing homes
As more nursing homes come under private equity ownership, one troubled chain is now mandated to complete its sale under…