Behavior change intervention via mail cuts use of sleep medications in older adults
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Sep 20, 2024
Older adults with long-term benzodiazepine receptor agonist use and an insomnia diagnosis had significant improvements in sleep outcomes.
In 2021, more than 1 million deaths attributed to antimicrobial resistance
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Sep 20, 2024
From 1990 to 2021, the burden of antimicrobial resistance increased by more than 80% for those older than 70 years, according to a study published online Sept. 16 in The Lancet.
Study reveals no link between HDL cholesterol and movement disorders
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Sep 20, 2024
The findings were seen among adult psychiatric inpatients taking an antipsychotic.
Study explores demand for psilocybin-assisted therapy in US
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Sep 18, 2024
The estimated percentage eligible ranges from 24 to 62% depending on the eligibility criteria used.
Racial disparities seen in prehospital stroke care
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Sep 18, 2024
The findings were seen despite similar use of emergency medical services transport.
Heroes emerge as providers enter Hurricane Helene recovery mode
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Oct 01, 2024
Heavy rains pelted the southeastern United States for several days after Hurricane Helene hit the Florida Gulf Coast. And although some areas experienced life-threatening conditions and flooding, senior...
Cognitively stimulating leisure activity protects from further cognitive decline
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Sep 19, 2024
The optimal level of programming is at least three to four times a week in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.
Diabetes complications tied to higher risk for gum disease
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Sep 19, 2024
The presence of dyslipidemia further increases the odds of having gum disease in those with neuropathy and retinopathy.
US healthcare system ranks last among wealthy nations, report finds
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Sep 19, 2024
People in the United States die the earliest and live the sickest lives out of 10 developed countries, even though the United States spends the most on healthcare, according to the annual report by health...
Baby boomers are creating an opportunity for senior living
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Jaime Pacheco
Sep 16, 2024
Senior living is in a period of transformation, driven by the next generation of residents. This transition period is an opportunity for communities to create environments where residents are given the...