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This week’s long-term care roundup highlights critical developments across medication safety, infection control, caregiver support, and healthcare innovation. From a new FDA warning on allergy medications and a rise in tuberculosis cases, to advancements in fall prevention and evolving sepsis care metrics, these stories offer valuable insights. With proposed legislation affecting resident rights and federal policy shifts in home-based care, staying informed is essential for senior living professionals striving to improve care quality, safety, and resident well-being.
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Wealth Extraction in a Nursing Home Chain
A case study published in Health Services Research and Managerial Epidemiology explores how financialization affected care quality in a for-profit nursing home chain from 1999 to 2021.
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PBS Series on Caregiving (Well Beings)
A new documentary series produced by Bradley Cooper and narrated by Uzo Aduba premieres June 24, sharing stories from the frontlines of caregiving in America.
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Machine Learning & Mental Health Screening in MS
MedPage Today reports on a study that uses machine learning to detect depression and anxiety in people with multiple sclerosis—pointing to the potential for tech-supported mental health care in older populations.
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Tolebrutinib for Progressive MS
A promising Phase 3 trial presented at AAN 2025 shows that tolebrutinib can slow disability progression in people with non-relapsing secondary progressive MS.
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The Power of Pets in Senior Living
Two resources from the Mather Institute explore the emotional and practical value of pets in senior living communities.Plus, HealthCap offers a free sample Pet Program Policy & Procedure in our Resource & Education Center—perfect for communities considering or updating a pet-friendly approach.
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