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January 12, 2017
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Argentum Update
IN THE NEWS
7 Tech Innovations Changing the Aging Experience
Entrepreneurs around the globe are waking up to the emerging market of inventions designed to enhance and enrich the lives of seniors, although these innovations can benefit many people of all ages and abilities through their application. Learn more.

Vanderbilt Scientists Begin Human Trials for Alzheimer’s Drug
Vanderbilt University has announced that scientists there have received notice from the Food and Drug Administration that testing in humans can begin for an investigational new drug to combat Alzheimer’s disease after more than a decade of research at the university and its medical center. Learn more.

More Older Consumers Saddled With Student Loan Debt
The number of consumers age 60 and higher with student loan debt has quadrupled since 2005, and the amount they owe also has increased dramatically. Nearly 40 percent of federal student loan borrowers age 65 and older are in default. Learn more.

Consumers Slow to Adopt Connected Health Devices
The use of connected health devices is still low across the globe, with China leading the world in their adoption, according to a new poll from Ipsos, reports mobihealthnews. Learn more.

Deadline Extended for Motion Picture License Discount
The deadline to receive an introductory discount of almost 40 percent for qualifying member communities for a Motion Picture Licensing Corporation Umbrella License has been extended to March 15, subject to a retroactive start date of January 1. Learn more.
MEMBER NEWS
Greenfield Senior Living Acquires Community in Lansdale, Pennsylvania
Spring Meadows of Lansdale will be rebranded as Greenfield of Lansdale and will feature 120 memory care residences. Read more.

Integral Senior Living to Manage Revel Community in Henderson, Nevada
Revel Senior Living Community will offer 146 one- and two-bedroom independent living residences. It is anticipated to open for preleasing in early 2017. Read more.

Watercrest Senior Living Opens Market Street Memory Care in Viera, Florida
The first of three Market Street communities currently under development by Watercrest, this 44,000 square foot community offers 60 memory care residences. Read more.
DID YOU KNOW?
NIH Provides Information on Prevention and Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes
The National Diabetes Educational Program from NIH's National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases offers keys to success, tips for prevention, and an explanation of risk factors related to type 2 diabetes. Learn more.
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