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A Labor Day Shoutout to Working Family Caregivers
Posted on September 1, 2021 - During the pandemic, it has become more apparent than ever that working family caregivers are stretched thin as they balance caregiving with their job responsibilities. Much attention has been paid to the stressful situation of working parents, who were suddenly called to serve as home school teachers during their working hours. But families who provide unpaid care for an older relative also bear a heavy load.
Having a Good Listener Improves Your Brain Health
Posted on August 30, 2021 - A new study from New York University Grossman School of Medicine shows that having someone to talk to is a factor in staving off memory loss.
Stay Vigilant to Prevent the Spread of the Delta Variant
Posted on August 26, 2021 - The Delta variant is the most common variant of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, spreading in the United States, and it spreads more easily than prior variants. The CDC recommends urgent action.
Delta variant is surging in the U.S.
Posted on August 24, 2021 - It is more urgent than ever to follow infection prevention and control recommendations, including wearing a mask, and getting vaccinated. Stay vigilant to prevent the spread of the virus and protect staff and residents in Long-Term Care Facilities.
Pandemic Quiet Provided a Contrast to Our Noisy Life
Posted on August 18, 2021 - As stay-at-home orders went into place, the streets were virtually deserted. Businesses and industries suspended production. Airlines canceled flights. Live music at bars and concert arenas ceased. Even the 4th of July fireworks were called off. That resulted in a quieter world! Massachusetts General Hospital cardiologist told the American Heart Association that at the beginning of the shutdown, human-created noise was cut by half, an unprecedented quieting.
