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Inappropriate sexual behavior occurs in about a quarter of people with dementia. It can be treated with behavioral ...

Still have questions about whether the federal staffing mandate is alive y’all? Attorneys general in 20 states are working to get you some answers  — but they may not be quick on the draw.

Targeting nonclinical risk factors linked with sudden cardiac arrest — such as socioeconomic status and environment — could prevent up to 63% of cases, a new report shows.

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A first-of-its-kind lawsuit brought by a group of Maryland nursing home residents has gotten the OK to proceed by a District ...

A comprehensive colorectal cancer screening initiative in a large health system doubled colon cancer screening rates, ...

A new study classifies frailty in older people, coming up with two subtypes. The classification may further help clinicians ...

Nursing homes are facing persistent hurdles when working to implement adequate infection control practices, a new study has ...

The closing of rural hospitals results in "significantly" fewer hospitalizations for residents in nearby nursing homes.

Expansive changes to the nursing home survey process went into effect Monday, emphasizing new priorities for surveyors during inspections.

Another round of nursing home worker protests is scheduled across western New York this week as employees call for greater benefits.