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Pfizer Alzheimer’s Disease Drug Fails in Study
Pfizer Inc. said Wednesday that its Alzheimer’s drug candidate Dimebon did not meet its goal in a late stage clinical study, as the drug was no better than a placebo at treating the disease. The compound Dimebon did not meet any of its main or secondary goals in the study, which involved 598 patients… Read More »
Average Cost of a Nursing Home Inches Closer to $80,000 a Year
Although the US economy has seen price rollbacks during the last year, long-term care providers have actually been raising rates, according to the 2009 MetLife Market Survey of Nursing Home, Assisted Living, Adult Day Services, and Home Care Costs. Private room nursing home rates rose 3.3 percent to an average of $79,935 a year… Read More »
Nursing Home Crisis
The nursing homes in the United States are facing massive layoffs and possible closings due to the recession and government cuts for Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement. The funding crisis comes as more and more seniors are facing health care issues that require nursing care. What can you and your family do to make sure… Read More »
Seminar Event!
The Law Office of Angela N. Manz and Care Connect of Hampton Roads will be hosting a free information session to answer your Senior Care Questions. Registration is free! Seminar dates: July 28th, August 25th, September 29th 2:30 pm – Virginia Beach Central Library To register, call Angela at 757-271-6275. Don’t miss this great… Read More »