Two new studies identify potential warning signs of cognitive decline in older adults
By
John Roszkowski
Oct 13, 2023
Older adults who show subtle decline on standard memory and cognitive tests may be at increased risk for developing mild cognitive impairment, a precursor to dementia, according to the results of a new...
Walking at home may yield better outcomes than treadmill exercise for people with peripheral artery disease
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John Roszkowski
Oct 13, 2023
Home-based walking exercises produced better outcomes for older adults with peripheral artery disease than supervised treadmill exercise, according to a recent analysis of clinical trials.
Hypertension drug does not pose health risks, study finds
By
John Roszkowski
Oct 13, 2023
New research suggests that a drug commonly used to treat hypertension is not dangerous, despite the concerns of some clinicians and researchers about potential health risks.
Clinical briefs for Friday, Oct. 13
By
John Roszkowski
Oct 13, 2023
Blood tests for widespread Alzheimer’s diagnosis may be coming … High demand for RSV vaccine leads to shortages … Older Black Americans hit hardest by disability … New medical guidance...
Study: Older adults receiving high-quality care more likely to get shingles vaccine
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John Roszkowski
Sep 25, 2023
Elderly patients who receive high-quality primary care are more likely to get the shingles vaccine upon a doctor’s recommendation, according to a new Japanese study.
Study outlines recommendations to improve LTC pandemic preparedness
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John Roszkowski
Sep 25, 2023
Using input received from long-term care workers during the COVID-19 pandemic, Canadian researchers have identified several recommendations aimed at improving future pandemic preparedness, worker mental...
Clinical briefs for Monday, Sept. 25
By
John Roszkowski
Sep 25, 2023
Older adults are vulnerable to government impersonation scams … FDA panel rejects diabetes implant due to safety concerns … Home-based walking exercise can improve peripheral artery disease …...
Post-acute rehab at SNFs did not improve seniors’ physical function, study finds
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John Roszkowski
Sep 18, 2023
Older residents, with or without dementia, who underwent physical rehabilitation at skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) following hospital discharge did not experience significant improvement in their physical...
Clinical decision tool may cut improper meds’ use in older patients
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John Roszkowski
Sep 18, 2023
A new clinical decision support (CDS) intervention tool developed by the Houston Methodist Hospital system was found to be effective in reducing potentially inappropriate medication use in older patients.
Lack of purpose in life linked to cognitive decline, study finds
By
John Roszkowski
Sep 18, 2023
Older adults who are experiencing cognitive decline may have increased feelings of a lack of purpose in life, according to new research.