Violence Repeatedly Erupts at Dementia Care Facilities Despite Warnings, Inspections Show
(By Jordan Rau for KFF Health News) Sam Ato Timaloa, a paroled sex offender who also served time for attempted murder,
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Alzheimer’s/Dementia
Studying these young Alzheimer’s patients led to breakthroughs. Trump cut the funding
(By Jon Hamilton for NPR) Some of the most important studies of potential treatments for Alzheimer’s disease rely on a
Read MoreThe Growing Use of Artificial Intelligence in Health Care and Implications for Disparities
(Authors: Drishti Pillai, Samantha Artiga, and Nambi Ndugga for The Kaiser Family Foundation Published: Apr 30, 2026) Artificial intelligence (AI)
Read MoreUnderstanding Medicaid Home Care Amid CMS Focus on Potential Fraud and Abuse
(Authors: Alice Burns, Abby Wolk, and Robin Rudowitz for The Kaiser Family Foundation Published: Feb 24, 2026) Potential fraud in
Read MoreThis form of mental exercise may cut dementia risk for decades
(By Jon Hamilton for NPR) A little brain training today may help stave off Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of
Read MoreThis behavior can be a turning point for families caring for a dementia patient
(By Ashley Milne-Tyte for NPR) Dr. Marc Rothman visits a lot of patients with dementia and their families. He is
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Understanding the Perks of Medicare Advantage Plans
Medicare Advantage (MA) plans can be confusing, with some having geographic eligibility rules, others having varying drug coverage rules and
Read MoreAn Alzheimer’s pill appears to protect some in a high-risk population
(By Jon Hamilton for NPR published October 29, 2025) In April, the future was looking bleak for an experimental Alzheimer’s
Read MoreMental exercise can reverse a brain change linked to aging, study finds
(By Jon Hamilton for NPR) Scientists are reporting the first compelling evidence in people that cognitive training can boost levels
Read MoreThis Geriatrics Training Program Escaped the Ax. For Now.
(By Paula Span for KFF Health News) In St. Louis, a team of students aboard a well-equipped van visits senior
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