Tag: Seniors
Number of Seniors Mixing Medications, Supplements Rising
Many do not tell their doctors, putting them at risk for dangerous drug interactions
Dialysis of Little Benefit to Elderly End-Stage Renal Disease Patients
Researchers suggest conservative care may be suitable option for some patients over 80
Incident A-Fib Linked to Shorter Disability-Free Survival
Findings in adults 65 years and older; correlation persists after adjustment for stroke, heart failure
Elderly With Advanced CRC Often Get Costly, Unnecessary Tx
Medications come with many side effects, may add only one month to survival, researchers say
Slow Gait After Acute MI Linked to Mortality, Readmission
More than half of older adults have slow gait at one month after acute myocardial infarction
USPSTF: Evidence Lacking for Visual Acuity Screening in Seniors
Grade I recommendation for asymptomatic adults aged 65 years or older without vision problems
Zolpidem Use Linked to Motor Vehicle Collisions in Elderly
Significantly higher rates of motor vehicle collisions in women and adults aged ≥80 years
Mind-Body Intervention Can Improve Function, Pain in LBP
Findings show improvement in short-term function, short- and long-term current and most severe pain
Vignette Highlights Management of Recurrent UTI in Older Men
Case presented of patient with extended-spectrum beta-lactamase E. coli infection
PCPs Have Important Role to Play in Senior Visual Health
Role includes providing referrals, promoting behavioral modifications and low-vision rehab
