Archive for June, 2010
Assistive Technology Like Microsoft Health Vault Improved Quality of Life
This article from Inside Elder Care discusses how assistive technology is helping seniors to maintain their efficacy, independence and sense of control over their lives.
Study Shows Rise in Older Americans Treated for Substance Abuse
This article from Long-Term Living discusses the rise of substance abuse treatment admissions involving Americans age 50 and older. Review the study results from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in this article.
Caregivers Prepare for Scams as Seniors Get Medicare Drug Benefit
This article from Suite 101 discusses the doughnut hole which seniors get caught in with the Medicare Prescription Program.
A CLASS Act for Long-Term Care
Read this article from Healthcare Change to learn about a national voluntary insurance program which is managed by the Department of Health and Human Services and designed to help Americans who become disabled.
Trends in Length of Stay of Patients Hospitalized for Heart Failure
Read this article from The Journal of the American Medical Association to review the study results of discharged heart failure patients and their short-term outcomes.
Healthcare Design 2010
Healthcare Design 2010 will be held in Las Vegas, NV on November 13 - 16. This show will bring together over 300 exhibitions focused on improving and advancing the future of healthcare facilities. Click below to go to the Healthcare Design website to learn more.
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