Aging
Coronavirus update: N.J. unemployment claims soar, hospitalizations dip
The number of people unemployed at once sets an all-time record in New Jersey.
4 years ago
They care for their patients for years sometimes, getting to know their families. Now, a shortage of PPE and a lack of testing puts them all at risk.
4 years ago
Listen 3:14AARP calls on Pa. to release list of nursing homes with coronavirus cases
The number of long-term care residents and staff impacted by the coronavirus has nearly doubled in the past week, with 5,679 positive cases among residents and 849 deaths.
4 years ago
Food pantries hit with more need, less supply during pandemic
Organizations that feed those in need have been forced to change the way they operate during the pandemic.
4 years ago
Listen 3:29Coronavirus update: Fewer hospitalized in Delaware as number of new cases is lowest in 10 days
Through Wednesday, more than half of the Delawareans who died lived in nursing homes. WHYY found that residents comprise 5% of the state’s cases.
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Despite risk, Philly facility housing seniors will take COVID patients from hospitals
The elderly are among the most susceptible to coronavirus. So why are long-term care centers admitting COVID-19-positive patients?
4 years ago
‘Like a wildfire you can’t stop’: COVID-19 ravages Delaware nursing homes
Many nursing home residents have conditions that make them especially vulnerable to coronavirus. They account for 24 of 43 deaths in the state so far.
4 years ago
Listen 1:59N.J. plans for regional nursing homes to accept sick residents, staff
With COVID-19 patients at half of the state’s eldercare facilities, and shortages of staff, PPE endemic, regional cohorts could help slow spread of infection.
4 years ago
U.S. tells older people to stay home, all ages to avoid crowds
The White House on Monday urged all older Americans to stay home and everyone to avoid crowds and eating out at restaurants as part of the guidelines to combat coronavirus.
4 years ago
Recalling the past, in hopes of triggering better life in the present
Reminiscence therapy helps jog a sense of the former self, for those who’ve lost parts of who they are today.
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Listen 7:26Pa. nursing homes tighten restrictions to control for potential coronavirus spread
The facilities are starting to limit visitors, but that’s only the beginning of a good emergency plan for nursing homes.
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Changing Senior Freeze program so those who move aren’t penalized
Bipartisan bill would ensure those who move to a more affordable home would still qualify for property-tax relief
4 years ago
Aging and the costs of long-term care
The cost of long-term care for our aging population is rising but experts worry we are not prepared to meet their needs.
Air Date: January 16, 2020 10:00 am
Listen 48:59Ready for your first marathon? Training can cut years off your cardiovascular age
If you've ever considered training for a marathon, but you're a bit intimidated by the idea of 26.2 miles, here's some motivation.
4 years ago
In 2019, the legal fight over opioids unraveled into confusion and infighting
Every day, 130 Americans die from opioid overdoses, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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