Daily Multivitamin May Protect Against Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
Compared with placebo, daily multivitamin-mineral supplementation resulted in a statistically significant benefit on global cognition.
Geriatric Illnesses
Effects of Climate Change on Older Adults
Climate change can affect older patients with asthma, COPD, allergies, kidney disease, and other conditions.
Marked Weight Loss Found in Assisted Living Residents During Quarantine
Nearly half of patients at assisted living facilities showed significant weight loss early during the COVID-19 pandemic.
AAPA to Develop Cognitive Assessment Toolkit for Alzheimer Disease
The cognitive assessment toolkit for early recognition of Alzheimer disease is being developed by the AAPA in collaboration with the Cleveland Clinic and PA Foundation.
Case Studies: Atypical Presentation of Severe Illness in Older Adults
Author describes symptoms of life threatening illness that might be mistaken for a normal part of the aging process in older patients.
Unraveling the Causes of Dementia
GAPNA reviews studies on the links between dementia and cardiometabolic multimorbidity, atrial cardiopathy, and cardiovascular disease in midlife.
Alzheimer Disease Risk Up for Older Adults After COVID-19 Infection
Highest risk for new diagnosis of Alzheimer disease within 360 days after diagnosis seen for those aged 85 years and older.
Caution Urged About Ageism in Patient Care
Clinicians need to be aware of their assumptions about patients based on age.
Physical Function in Older Adults Linked to CV Event Risk
Low or intermediate score on Short Physical Performance Battery linked to increased risks for composite, individual CVD outcomes.
FDA Issues Final Rule for Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids
The final rule takes effect in 60 days and consumers will be able to purchase hearing aids directly from stores or online retailers as soon as mid-October.
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