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Impact of Lecanemab on Treating Alzheimer Disease

07/15/2023

In early 2023, the FDA approved a second treatment for individuals with Alzheimer disease. Do you believe this approval is a serious breakthrough in the treatment of Alzheimer disease? Voice your opinion...

07/15/2023

Geriatrics

Clinical Poll: A Mechanical Fall in a 63-Year-Old

07/19/2018

Clinical Poll: A Mechanical Fall in a 63-Year-OldA 63-year-old woman was admitted from home after a

07/19/2018

Research Summaries

Research Summary

Study Finds Risk of Breast Cancer Overdiagnosis Among Older Women After Screening

09/22/2023

Jessica Ganga

In a recent study, researchers sought to determine the potential for the overdiagnosis of breast cancer after screening for women 70 years of age and older.

09/22/2023

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Updated Guidance on Antiamyloid Monoclonal Antibody Treatment in Alzheimer Disease

09/21/2023

Leigh Precopio

A new expert consensus was released by the American Academy of Neurology reviewing the currently available evidence on the efficacy and safety of antiamyloid monoclonal antibodies for the treatment of...

09/21/2023

Research Summary

Low-Dose Aspirin Use in Older Adults Increases Incidence of Anemia

08/15/2023

Jessica Ganga

In a post hoc analysis of the ASPREE trial, a team of researchers sought to define the effects of low-dose daily aspirin use in elderly adults.

08/15/2023

Research Summary

Research Summary

Can the MIND Diet Slow Cognitive Decline in Older Individuals?

08/15/2023

Anthony Calabro, MA

Can a dietary intervention known for reducing cardiovascular risk factors prevent cognitive decline in healthy older individuals? A team of researchers explored this question in a recent study.

08/15/2023

Research Summary

Research Summary

USPSTF Recommends Screening Adults For Anxiety Disorders

06/26/2023

The United States Preventive Task Force (USPSTF) has recommended, for the first time, that adults be screened for generalized anxiety disorders.

06/26/2023

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