Many long-term care workers are reluctant to get the covid-19 vaccine, putting residents at risk. Four experts describe how to improve compliance.
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Congress Moves To Fix Medicare Enrollment, But Misses The Biggest Problem
Congress moved to fix some Medicare enrollment problems but missed the biggest one. The government still doesn’t have to tell you about Medicare when you turn 65.
States Must Rapidly Deliver Coronavirus Vaccine To Frail Elders Living At Home
Frail elders living at home need quick access to the coronavirus vaccine.
Covid-19 Cases Explode Again in Nursing Homes, But Some States Are Far Worse Than Others
As the pandemic explodes throughout the US, so do covid-19 cases and deaths in nursing homes
Medicare Part B Premiums To Rise 2.7% In 2021, With Premiums For Highest-Income Couples Topping $12,000 A Year
Congress held down the increase in the base Medicare Part B premium for 2021: It’s $148.50 a month, but watch out for income-related surcharges.
An Inside Look At How Covid-19 Is Driving An Epidemic Of Loneliness In Nursing Homes
Residents describe what it is like to live in a nursing home during the covid-19 pandemic. They are not afraid of the virus, but are deeply lonely.
A “Herd Immunity” Strategy To Combat COVID-19 Could Be A Disaster For Older Adults
A covid-19 herd immunity strategy could be deadly for older adults
As Covid-19 Batters The Sunbelt, Have We Learned Anything About Protecting Long-Term Care Residents?
Covid-19 is spreading rapidly through the Sunbelt. Will it be as deadly for older adults living in long-term care facilities as it was in April and May?
Unsustainable Low Prices Causing Generic Drug Market Failure Leading To Supply Chain Disruptions And Shortages
Generic drug supply chain disruptions and shortages are symptomatic of a dysfunctional business environment caused by predatory pricing and lack of supply chain partnerships.
We Are Having A National Conversation About Race And Policing. Why Aren’t We Having One About Race And Long-Term Care?
We are talking about race and policing, but not race and long-term care. Why not?
