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Vaccination Recommendations in Long-Term Care: The 2023-2024 Respiratory Virus Season-alt Nov 22 Vaccination Recommendations in Long-Term Care: The 2023-2024 Respiratory Virus Season
Posted by Allesha J. Peterson, BA in Clinical Care

As we prepare for the upcoming winter respiratory virus season, long-term care (LTC) providers should be prepared to vaccinate their residents and staff against the common respiratory viruses. This year, there are three vaccines that should be offered to LTC residents and staff: influenza, COVID-19, and RSV.

Artificial Intelligence—An Overview in Healthcare/Long-term Care-alt Oct 25 Artificial Intelligence—An Overview in Healthcare/Long-term Care
Posted by Joanne Stewart, BS in Technology

AI is evolving to be a central, technological force with countless opportunities for health and long-term care applications with huge potential. But, as the WHO forewarns, AI’s development needs oversight.

The Importance of Information Continuity in the LTC Setting-alt Jul 26 The Importance of Information Continuity in the LTC Setting
Posted by Allesha J. Peterson, BA in Aging Demographics and Trends

A brief analysis of the OPTIC study conducted by a research team in Canada. The article highlights the inconsistent protocols in place as it pertains to transition of care.

Hydration–Can It Bring Us One Step Closer to the Fountain of Youth?-alt Jun 28 Hydration–Can It Bring Us One Step Closer to the Fountain of Youth?
Posted by Joanne Stewart, BS in Research

Hydration, the study suggests, can promote a possibly healthier and longer life.

Advances in Diagnosing Prodromal Alzheimer’s Disease-alt May 24 Advances in Diagnosing Prodromal Alzheimer’s Disease
Posted by Ashley Nelson, MS in Clinical Tools

Advances in diagnostic tools allow earlier detection of Alzheimer’s Disease.

The Invisible Workers of Long-term Care-alt Apr 26 The Invisible Workers of Long-term Care
Posted by Allesha J. Peterson, BA in Nursing Homes

Do you ever consider the vital role family members can play in caring for loved ones in long-term care...

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