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• •Eye on Scams: Hospice fraud schemes targeting Medicare info Officials warn that fraudsters are using hospice services to steal Medicare numbers, putting seniors’ benefits and personal data at risk. Read it
• •RSV vaccine effective against hospitalization, death in nursing home residents A study shows the RSV vaccine significantly reduces severe illness and death among nursing home residents, offering a valuable protection tool for this vulnerable group. Read it
• •Family of Ohio Nursing Home Resident Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit After Coroner Rules Death a Homicide After a coroner labeled a resident’s death a homicide, the family sued the nursing home, raising concerns about safety and accountability in long‑term care facilities. Read it
• •Inside the 31‑Nursing‑Home Pilot Program: Resident Councils’ Impact on Image and Care Quality A pilot across 31 nursing homes found that resident councils improved facility image and care quality, suggesting resident involvement can drive better outcomes. Read it
• •Eager for AI: Nursing home leaders embrace automation, but survey shows ROI remains elusive Nursing home leaders are embracing AI and automation, but a survey shows measurable returns on investment remain elusive for many providers. Read it