In a recent study, researchers investigated the applicability of an enhanced version of the paper-grip-test to assess hallux grip force and predict fall risk among healthy adults and adults with diabetes.
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In a recent study, researchers sought to investigate the difference in the effect of antihypertensive treatment on all-cause mortality in frail and non-frail older adults .
Despite guidance from the European League Against Rheumatism, little evidence supporting referral of patients to a rheumatologist within the first 6 weeks after arthritis symptom onset is currently...
It is currently unclear whether lowering of blood pressure can help to prevent dementia and cognitive impairment. For this reason, researchers conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of data from 14...
Researchers have created a tool that could help to predict which patients with dementia are most at risk of dying or being admitted to a long-term care facility.
Walnuts can help to counteract oxidative stress and inflammation. In a recent study, researchers examined the effects of regular walnut consumption on cognitive function in older adults.
The American College of Physicians has released a new guideline on the benefits and harms of testosterone treatment in men with age-related low testosterone.
A new poll conducted by the University of Michigan Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation offers new insight into the way older adults use online ratings when choosing a physician.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have released updated recommendations regarding the use of 13-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV13) and 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide...
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the US Department of Defense have released new guidelines including 42 recommendations for rehabilitation following stroke.
