Tag: Aging: Misc.
Chamomile Linked to Longevity for Mexican-American Women
But study did not determine quantity consumed; only found an association, not cause-and-effect link
Obesity Has Negative Impact on Metabolic Quality of Muscle
In obese, muscle protein synthesis is blunted; offset by decline in leg protein breakdown
Morbidity, Mortality Up for Patients With Delirium in ICU
Researchers recommend screening and monitoring for delirium in all critically ill patients
May 2015 Briefing – Geriatrics
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Geriatrics for May 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
AMD Predicts Poorer Survival in Older Women
In women older than 80 years, early AMD linked to all-cause and non-CVD, non-cancer mortality
Increasing Omega-3 Intake May Boost Cognitive Flexibility
Findings among those aged 65 to 75, who had gene variant APOE ε4
PTSD Associated With Premature Senescence
Evidence of reduced leukocyte telomere length, increased pro-inflammatory markers
CDC: Mortality Rate From Falls Up for U.S. Seniors
Researchers also report that car crashes cause 1 in 7 unintentional deaths in older Americans
High-Value Research of 2014 Presented for Geriatric Medicine
Authors summarize studies published in 2014 that are highly relevant to practice of geriatric medicine
April 2015 Briefing – Geriatrics
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Geriatrics for April 2015. This roundup includes the latest...
