Age-Related Macular Degeneration Tied to Heightened Risk for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Findings seen after adjusting for lifestyle factors and comorbidities
Incident Stroke Tied to Acute, Accelerated Long-Term Cognitive Decline
Substantial acute decline seen in global cognition and all cognitive domains; accelerated decline also seen in global cognition
Fatal Falls After Age 45 Years Cost More Than Fatal Firearm Injuries
Combined cost, including medical costs and value of statistical life, higher for fatal falls among those aged 45 to 85-plus years
Falls Requiring Medical Attention Tied to Later Dementia Diagnosis
Authors say findings warrant cognitive screening after a fall resulting in an emergency department or inpatient encounter
Socioeconomic Factors Increase Risk for Age-Related Macular Degeneration
However, a healthy lifestyle can mitigate some of the risks associated with low socioeconomic status
Extreme Temperature-Related Deaths Set to Increase by Mid-21st Century
Greater increases projected from the current period to mid-21st century for non-Hispanic Black versus White adults
Incidence of Cardiovascular Disease Higher for Seniors With Cancer
Greatest incidence seen for metastatic, hematological, and lung cancer; increased risk for CVD seen with chemotherapy
Behavior Change Intervention Via Mail Cuts Use of Sleep Medications in Older Adults
Older adults with long-term benzodiazepine receptor agonist use and insomnia diagnosis had significant improvements in sleep outcomes
Cognitively Stimulating Leisure Activity Protects From Further Cognitive Decline
Optimal level of programming is at least three to four times a week in older adults with mild cognitive impairment
Positive Airway Pressure Use Tied to Lower Cardiovascular Events
Over several years, lower all-cause mortality and major adverse cardiovascular events can be seen