• Author: Stefan Gravenstein
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Burden of invasive Escherichia coli disease among Veterans residing in community living centers

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: Infectious diseases are a major concern for patients dwelling in long-term care facilities and cause significant morbidity and mortality. Escherichia coli is …

Change in distressed behavior in dementia during the COVID-19 pandemic in Veterans Affairs community living centers

Abstract: OBJECTIVES: To compare distressed behavior in Veterans with Alzheimer disease and related dementias (ADRD) residing in Veterans Affairs (VA) Community Living Centers …

Changes in physical function and physical therapy use in older Veterans not infected by COVID-19 residing in community living centers during the COVID-19 pandemic

Abstract: Objectives: Examine physical function change and physical therapy (PT) use in short-stay and long-stay residents not infected by CoVID-19 within Veterans Affairs (VA) …

Wandering behavior and SARS-CoV-2 infection in Veterans Affairs Community Living Center residents

Abstract: Objective: Wandering behavior in nursing home (NH) residents could increase risk of infection. The objective of this study was to assess the association of wandering …