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Connect with a drug specialistU.S. Preventive Services Task Force changes view on aspirin use, New evidence has prompted the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force...
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New form for long term care providers goes into effect, Beginning May 23rd, LTC providers will begin seeing changes to...
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A recent study has shown that older adults who've been diagnosed with COVID-19 and have not been vaccinated for shingles...
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Health care professionals working in nursing homes are frequently pressured to prescribe antibiotics by residents or family members of the...
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The results of a 10-year study commissioned by the America Health Care Association/National Center are in and they reveal lower...
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Study shows bone health intervention can lower fracture risks, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in...
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Results of a recent 48-patient study revealed a connection between vestibular dysfunction and the above-average fall risk of Alzheimer's patients,...
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Dementia care certification program based on the Montessori method, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in...
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Visa program allows facilities to hire foreign workers, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term...
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Study shows statin intolerance much lower than previously thought, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in...
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Study shows CPAP doesn’t improve symptoms of sleep apnea in patients over the age of 80, A hot topic brought...
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Restasis now available in generic, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care Cyclosporine...
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CDC publishes updated recommendations for the pneumococcal vaccination The Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report recently published the Centers for...
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Maintaining mobility in Parkinson's patients, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care A...
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Using technology in the treatment of wound care, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term...
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New thoughts on what causes cognitive frailty, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care...
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New study reveals staff often value support over wages, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in...
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Keeping healthcare workers on the job, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care ...
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Hiring rates nearly doubled in last decade, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care...
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Calling in the National Guard, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care Since...
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Using smartphones to combat dementia, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care A...
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House Passes Build Back Better Act, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care ...
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Is the shingles shot worth the risk? A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care...
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Researchers at the University of Missouri conducted a study that showed using telehealth visits for nursing home residents reduced their...
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Eli Lilly and Company's experimental Alzheimer's drug, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care...
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The expanding emergency use authorization for Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine is being recommended by the FDA and CDC to...
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First, what is ransomware? According to the U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), A hot topic brought to you...
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The tariff exclusions from Section 301 on imports of medical care products such as gloves and gowns from China have...
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Biosimilar approved for the treatment of macular degeneration and other eye conditions A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx,...
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Proper training, protocols and security can limit incidences of drug diversion A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your...
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Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme (ACE), inhibitors and Angiotensin Receptor Blockers (ARB) are the two drug classes that can reduce adverse heart events...
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Music soothes the soul and improves the mood. A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term...
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As people age their skin thins, becoming more susceptible to skin tears. A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx,...
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The newly approved drug aducanumab (Aduhelm), for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, has been causing quite a stir, A hot...
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A new proposal could require facilities to provide continued visitation to essential caregivers, A hot topic brought to you by...
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Established by Florida representatives, Gus Bilirakis and Darren Soto, the Caucus will address infection control reform and establish ways to...
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In a recently released memo from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, A hot topic brought to you by...
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New analysis from MedicareGuide indicates an increase in nursing home residents over the course of the next 40 years. A...
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Giving more attention to the psychological needs of residents, A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in...
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Utilizing technology to communicate in place of in-person communications became integral to resident well being during the pandemic. A hot...
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What you looked for in a cleaning contractor pre-pandemic may not be what you look for now. A hot topic...
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Family and friends are returning but unwanted guests may also appear. A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your...
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is offering a new, web-based training for skilled nursing providers. A hot topic...
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The challenges facilities face with recruiting and keeping staff can be improved with a little creative thinking and flexibility. A...
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What you think is a term of endearment may actually be harming your residents. A hot topic brought to you...
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In a recent webinar hosted by the American College of Health Care Administrators for its annual Convocation & Expo, Beth...
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In the past year, advanced care planning has become a subject of conversation. A hot topic brought to you by...
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If anything good has come out of the COVID-19 pandemic, it's new ways to handle every day tasks and that...
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COVID-19 cases at an all time low A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care...
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Prevent malnutrition with creative dietary ideas A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care ...
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Monoclonal antibody treatments becoming more accessible A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care ...
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Beware of unapproved Telethermographic Systems A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care Many...
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President Biden Nominates New CMS Leader A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care ...
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CDC updates quarantine guidelines for vaccinated workers A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care...
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Covid-19 cases declining in LTC facilities A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care ...
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A better way to disinfect A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care Using...
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Biden releases proposed pandemic plan A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care Newly...
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Deadline extended for Provider Relief Fund reporting A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care...
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New social media campaigns target LTC staff A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care...
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A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care LTC staffers should take a lesson from...
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STATE-OF-THE-ART PHARMACY SEEKS A FIELD SALES MANAGER TO JOIN OUR TEAM! SpecialtyRx is an innovative, full-service pharmacy who partners with...
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A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services...
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A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care Survey finds hiring qualified candidates a top...
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A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care FDA recommends Pfizer COVID vaccine for emergency...
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A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care Biden’s nominations include experts from diverse disciplines...
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A hot topic brought to you by SpecialtyRx, your partner in long-term care Picketing over punching in Just when...
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Family gatherings are just too risky The holiday season is upon us. It is a time where families come...
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LTC leaders say: “We have to unite around the common enemy” Regardless of election results, LTC operators reboot their pandemic...
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Equity-owned operations are struggling with PPE shortage A breakdown of the headline and its hidden meaning A new study...
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The CARES Act temporarily suspended Medicare sequestration Now, providers are asking for further relief through 2021 Back in 2012,...
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Even in isolation, savvy supervisors promote quality of life Try these tips for engaging residents with food This year...
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As COVID-19 persists, staffing remains a top concern How to support your employees and boost retention By now, operators...
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Study shows that 64% of residents are not leaving their rooms LTC experts share their best tips for safe, healthy...
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Over 40% of all COVID-19 deaths are linked to long-term care Official puts nursing homes first in line ahead of...
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Nursing homes may now allow visitation, including physical touch Get the full list of CMS guidelines and restrictions from VP...
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LeadingAge just published their pandemic situation report The latest COVID-19 challenges, costs, and concerns for LTC On September 9th,...
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Six months later, coronavirus litigation remains a concern How to protect your facility from future lawsuits After months of...
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Is your facility still in need of testing, staff, and PPE? Officials at HHS say: ‘Help is on the way’...
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72% of facilities say they can’t sustain operations for another year under current conditions See the latest COVID-19 facility survey...
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CMS proposes shocking 9% decrease in Medicare rehab payments How industry advocates are fighting back in your favor On...
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It seems everywhere we look, pessimism pervades SRX has the tips you need to stay positive during the pandemic ...
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“I think the country needs one last boost,” says McConnell SpecialtyRx explores the latest relief bill and its LTC impact...
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New survey captures coronavirus stats across all senior care sectors Which setting has the highest confirmed cases? Read on to...
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Feds allow nursing home visits prior to Phase III reopening SpecialtyRx shares its top 3 takeaways from the latest CMS...
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GOP representatives put pressure on Democratic governors: Why were nursing homes forced to admit COVID-positive patients? Months into the...
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The latest LTC headlines address COVID-19 from every angle A rundown of recent revelations and reminders Over the past week,...
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CMS publishes SNF coronavirus data after weeks of inquiry Get the complete scoop from SpecialtyRx As of Thursday, June...
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New LTC pandemic headlines bring positive and negative news 3 SpecialtyRx breaks down this week’s rose and thorn Following...
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With Memorial Day weekend comes a huge announcement from HHS Skilled nursing operators to receive massive $5B relief fund ...
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As coronavirus commands headlines, LTC research stays the course 3 leading clinical headlines for the week of May 11th, 2020...
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Medicare recipients can now receive virtual rehabilitation services SpecialtyRx breaks down the reasons behind CMS’s big move Over the...
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CMS emphasizes the importance of coronavirus testing in nursing homes With state and federal crackdowns, LTC providers prepare for battle...
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NJ long-term care deaths rock national headlines Get the latest COVID-19 info and instruction Over the holiday weekend, police...
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Nursing homes to see $784M increase in Medicare payments Here’s the full scoop on prospective rate changes in 2021 ...
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DOJ seizes hundreds of thousands of medical supplies How healthcare providers stand to benefit Over the past few weeks,...
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Congress passes historic $2T coronavirus stimulus package How long-term care providers are responding to the bill To avoid certain...
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CMS announces two major changes amidst COVID-19 pandemic Get the latest developments on re-billing and the new MDS debut ...
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Doctors attribute numerous health conditions to loneliness How facilities are fighting back against senior social isolation A new report...
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Research shows 1 in 5 antibiotic prescriptions have ‘no clear rationale’ Why Medicaid needs to crack down on indiscriminate doctors ...
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Top aging advocates debut 2020 LTC Policy Priorities Which issues are impacting your facility? Each year, LeadingAge lobbyists funnel hundreds...
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