Geriatrics
Highlights
Statins, Vitamin D, and Exercise in Older Adults
The studies outlined answer some questions about the management of older patients in primary care.
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Dermatoporosis in Older Adults: A Condition That Requires Holistic, Creative Management
Dermatoporosis was described in the literature in 2007 by dermatologists at the University of Geneva in Switzerland.
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Managing Atopic Dermatitis in Older Adults: A Common, Unique Challenge
In one study, adults aged > 60 years showed more lesions on the trunk and extensor sites of the extremities and lower levels of serum IgE and...
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Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids as Effective as Traditional Models
OTC hearing aids to be as or more effective in treating mild to moderate hearing loss as prescription aids.
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What Are the Ethics of Sex and Romance for Older Adults in Nursing Homes?
Older adults should be counseled on STIs, and relationships should be between competent adults, ethicist says.
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Guidance on How Best to Manage Opioid Risks in Older Adults
Opioid overdose rates increased more in older adults in 2021-2022; older adults may be at higher risk biologically.
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Buprenorphine One of Many Options For Pain Relief In Oldest Adults
Buprenorphine is better at treating chronic pain than other opioids that carry a higher addiction risk and often cause constipation in elderly...
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Managing Agitation in Alzheimer’s Disease: Five Things to Know
Caregivers should work with providers to manage agitation through behavioral approaches first and consider antidepressants and antipsychotics only...
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Trading TV Time for Physical Activity Boosts Healthy Aging
For each increase of 2 hours per day spent sitting and watching television, the odds of healthy aging dropped by 12%.
From the Journals
Benzos Are Hard on the Brain, But Do They Raise Dementia Risk?
The findings suggest that benzodiazepine use “may have subtle, long-term impact on brain health.”
Commentary
Medication Overuse in Mental Health Facilities: Not the Answer, Regardless of Consent, Says Ethicist
Antipsychotic drugs substitute for the inability to provide adequate numbers of people to provide care in safe environments.