Few Adults Discuss Subjective Memory Complaints With Doctors
Of adults aged 45 years and older reporting recent check-up, only 25.2 percent reported SMCs
Researchers Say JNC8 Recs May Put Some Patients at Risk
Team says the treatment threshold is too high for those over 60 years of age
Tips Presented for Encouraging Treatment Adherence
Broad approach recommended, which includes patient engagement and addressing barriers
Mercury From Seafood Not Tied to Brain Neuropathology
Significant link for seafood consumption with less Alzheimer's disease pathology in APOE ε4 carriers
January 2016 Briefing – Geriatrics
Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Geriatrics for January 2016. This roundup includes the latest...
Many Physicians Show Tendency to Undertreat With Statins
Target levels more likely to be achieved in departments that prescribe more statins
Comorbidity Affects Fitness-to-Drive Recs in Parkinson’s Disease
Physicians consider comorbidities, but on-road assessors may not
Mobile Texts May Up Adherence to Meds for Chronic Illness
Meta-analysis shows mobile phone text reminders double the odds of medication adherence
Demand for Medical Office Space High and Increasing
Vacancy rate for medical office buildings 9.5 percent in third quarter of 2015; lowest since 2007
Driving Cessation Tied to Adverse Effects on Health in Older Adults
Declines seen in general health and physical, social, and cognitive function
