Long-term care search ends in tragedy and trial
In Mankato Minnesota Nancy Gay Braun and her husband Steven navigated a long and costly path to long-term care after a 2019 traumatic brain injury and progressive dementia. After months of hospital care and failed placements Steven died at 78 on November 23, 2022 at BridgeWater in Janesville. Braun’s account highlights families unprepared for the emotional and financial toll and the value of planning and available resources like Minnesota Senior LinkAge Line and five-star CMS ratings.
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Ozempic cuts death risk in diabetes related kidney disease study
Novo Nordisk's Ozempic reduced mortality risk by about 20 percent in diabetes related kidney disease patients, according to NEJM findings from a 3,500 patient trial halted early for benefit. Results show 24 percent overall risk reduction for kidney and heart outcomes, with broad implications for cardio kidney metabolic syndrome and future insurer value.
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Kidney Trials
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University of New South Wales
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Stockholm
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American Heart Association
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Boston
Brigham and Women’s Hospital
U.S
Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation
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