Geriatrics
Geriatrics
03/16/2016
New research suggests that direct-acting antiviral medications used in hepatitis C treatment may benefit elderly hepatitis patients.
03/16/2016
Research Summary
Research Summary
03/12/2016
Anthony Calabro, MA
A systematic review and meta-analysis evaluated whether pharmacist-led deprescribing interventions reduce polypharmacy and potentially inappropriate medications among older adults across care settings. ...
03/12/2016
Geriatrics
Geriatrics
03/11/2016
A new study tested the potential of gait speed as a reliable predictor of 1-year mortality risk among elderly patients with heart failure.
03/11/2016
Geriatrics
Geriatrics
02/25/2016
A recent study compared the incidence rates of post-surgery complications and long-term mortality rates in men and women after having undergone transcatheter aortic valve replacement procedures.
02/25/2016
Geriatrics
Geriatrics
02/12/2016
Recent research examined the effects of a daily glass of beetroot juice on exercise endurance and resting blood pressure in older patients with heart failure and preserved ejection fraction.
02/12/2016
Geriatrics
Geriatrics
02/02/2016
A recent study examined the effects of long-term serious depressive symptoms on cardiovascular risk in older adults.
02/02/2016
Geriatrics
Geriatrics
01/22/2016
A new clinical perspective paper examined a link between small amounts of physical activity and a lower risk of cardiovascular disease.
01/22/2016
Geriatrics
Geriatrics
01/21/2016
In a new study, researchers tested whether high-intensity exercise, performed without the assistance of a caregiver, would affect dementia patients’ life activities and balance.
01/21/2016
Geriatrics
Geriatrics
12/18/2015
New research finds a connection between herpes zoster—more commonly known as shingles—and higher rates of acute cardiovascular events such as ischemic stroke and heart attack.
12/18/2015
Geriatrics
Geriatrics
12/11/2015
A new study examined how high levels of perceived stress affect the risk of developing amnestic mild cognitive impairment.
12/11/2015