AAIC: Deprescribing Antipsychotics Feasible in Elderly
Staff training can help eliminate inappropriate practices in nursing homes, study says
American Red Cross Says Blood Donations Needed Urgently
There's currently less than a five-day supply, group says
AAIC: Mild Behavior Changes May Be Early Indicator of Alzheimer’s
Researchers have developed a checklist to help identify those at potential risk
Delirium Often Seen in Cancer Patients in the ER
Delirium is relatively frequent and is underdiagnosed by physicians, researchers say
AAIC: Intellectually-Stimulating Jobs May Lower Alzheimer’s Risk
Activities that highly stimulate the brain might build up 'reserve' to help ward off dementia
Meds Up Hospitalization for Dehydration, Heat-Linked Illness
Commonly used meds linked to increased risk of hospitalization for dehydration, heat-related illness
‘Walking Meetings’ Feasible Strategy for Employee Wellness
Walking meetings increase on-the-job activity levels for white-collar workers
Behavioral Activation Therapy Viable Option in Depression
Less expensive, more accessible than cognitive behavioral treatment, researchers say
Antimicrobial Rx Up With Hospitalization for Acute Mania
Increased rate of recent antimicrobial prescription for individuals hospitalized with acute mania
Antipsychotic Polypharmacy Has Prevalence of 12 Percent
Diagnosis of schizophrenia, length of stay of 90 days or more are strongest predictors of polypharmacy
