Tag: Seniors
Older Age Tied to Poorer Course of Major Depressive Disorder
Results were slightly attenuated but remained mostly significant with adjustment for prognostic factors
Intellectual Activities in Later Life May Cut Dementia Risk
Reduced risk of dementia for older Chinese adults actively participating in intellectual activities
Higher HDL-C Linked to Better Cognition in Older DM Patients
However, no significant clinical factor was found to predict cognitive decline in older diabetes patients
Review IDs Exercise ‘Dose’ That May Improve Cognition in Seniors
52+ hours of exercise over 6 months tied to improved cognition for seniors with, without impairment
Review IDs Exercise ‘Dose’ That May Improve Cognition in Seniors
52+ hours of exercise over 6 months tied to improved cognition for seniors with, without impairment
New Hypertension Guideline Discussed for Older Adults
Clinicians should be mindful of specific BP goals proven to reduce cardiovascular disease risk
Insomnia Found to Be Common but Mild in Older Adults
Insomnia significantly associated only with depressive symptoms, restless leg syndrome
Older Adults Often Reluctant to Set Up Secure Patient Portal
Concerns include increased chance of error versus talking on phone, in person
Sleep Apnea Rarely Investigated in Older Adults
Low rate of evaluation seen in at-risk individuals, but vast majority of those tested are diagnosed with OSA
Rate of Deaths From Falls in Seniors Up From 2007 to 2016
Rate increased in almost every demographic category; largest increase for those aged ≥85 years
