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September, 2007 Daily News
Welcome to the September, 2007 News Archive. The News is listed by date but can also be searched by topic in the search box at the upper left of this page.
Exelon Patch Gets EU Nod for Alzheimer's
(Source: Reuters) - Novartis announced that the European Union has approved the Exelon skin patch to treat Alzheimer's disease.
How Do People with Dementia Say 'It Hurts'?
(Source: Digital Journal) - Pain often goes undetected in people with dementia when they can no longer express themselves clearly. Loved-ones and caregivers should look for signs that indicate pain may be an issue.
More Profit and Less Nursing at Many Homes
(Source: NY Times) - The New York Times analyzed trends at nursing homes purchased by private investment groups. Researchers examined data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, involving more than 1,200 nursing homes purchased by large private investment groups and 14,000 other homes. The study compared investor-owned homes against national averages with regard to complaints received by regulators, health and safety violations, state and federal and performance.
People With Alzheimer's Speak Out
(Source: Medical News Today) - Alzheimer's Disease International (ADI) announced the results of a global survey investigating the unmet needs, challenges and communication gaps faced by patients with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. The survey included people in the United States, Canada, France, Germany, Spain and Brazil.
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