Majority of older adults say health care workers should have to get COVID-19 vaccine
Poll taken before new federal policy announced shows strong support across the board among people age 50 to 80, with some exceptions.
September 10, 2021 10:32 AM
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Poll finds tax-free accounts are used less by those who may need them most
Meanwhile, 1 in 5 people over 50 aren’t confident they can pay for their health costs.
September 09, 2021 11:33 AM
Wide variation seen in family caregiver availability for people with dementia
Availability of spouses and adult children who are well or living close enough to help varies greatly, and has an impact on the chance of moving to a nursing home.
September 08, 2021 4:02 PM
A risky combination of medicines gets riskier when a patient’s prescriptions come from two doctors
Patients prescribed benzodiazepines and opioids by different providers 20% more likely to overdose, adding to already heightened risk.
August 09, 2021 2:05 PM
First-time opioid prescriptions got shorter, less potent after CDC guidelines
Study looks at trends before and after 2016 guide for prescribers was released.
August 09, 2021 1:36 PM
What does the future hold for telehealth? New report gives hints
Data from use of virtual visits with health providers show disparities in access, use and attitudes before and during the pandemic.
August 04, 2021 3:46 PM
