Tag: geriatrics
Significant Traumatic Stress Detected in Caregivers of Adult Cancer Patients
Millions of family members and friends annually undertake the emotionally taxing role of caregivers for loved ones undergoing…
Ten Percent of Elderly South Asian Immigrants in Canada Suffer from Hypothyroidism
A recent study featured in the Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus revealed that 10% of South Asian…
Even Minimal Moderate to Vigorous Exercise Significantly Lowers Dementia Risk
The recent study conducted by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health highlights the significant…
Examining the Advantages and Risks of Intensive Blood Pressure Reduction in Elderly Populations with Diverse Traits
The Systolic Blood Pressure Intervention Trial (SPRINT) findings suggest that lower blood pressure targets can benefit community-dwelling older…
Scientists Discover Unexpected Connection to Stroke Risk
Divorce can profoundly affect children's mental health, with new research from The University of Texas at Arlington suggesting…
Consistent Dog Walking Enhances Mobility and Minimises Falls Among Elderly Adults
Recent findings from The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA) at Trinity College Dublin have underscored the advantages…
Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle Could Mitigate Brain Ageing Linked to Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is recognised as a significant risk factor for dementia. However, the specific effects of diabetes…
Palliative Care is Often Overlooked in Nursing Home Settings
Palliative care, which focuses on alleviating symptoms and reducing the stress of serious illnesses, remains significantly underutilised in…
Increasing Health Equity Through the Inclusion of Nursing Home Residents in Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are essential for determining the safety and effectiveness of medical treatments and therapies, yet participant diversity…
Decoding Patterns of Illness in Elderly Initiating Long-Term Care in Japan and Their Prospective Health Results
With the ageing population on the rise, the need to improve the quality and efficiency of healthcare for…
Strategies to Tackle Homelessness Among Older Adults
Homelessness affects not only young people but also a growing number of older adults, as highlighted in an…
Reconsidering the Care of Patients Admitted for Social Reasons
The categorisation of vulnerable hospital patients as "socially admitted" has been identified as potentially obstructing their medical treatment,…