Geriatrics
News
FDA fast-tracks lecanemab for Alzheimer’s disease
The drug is a humanized monoclonal antibody that selectively binds to large, soluble aggregated Abeta protofibrils.
From the Journals
Stopping statins linked to death, CV events in elderly
A new study suggests that eliminating statins for elderly patients with polypharmacy may have negative effects that far outweigh any benefits.
From the Journals
Memory benefit seen with antihypertensives crossing blood-brain barrier
Findings add color to a known link between hypertension and neurologic degeneration, according to authors of a new paper.
Applied Evidence
Osteoporosis management: Use a goal-oriented, individualized approach
As the population of older adults rises, primary osteoporosis has become a problem of public health significance,...
News
Watchdog group demands removal of FDA leaders after aducanumab approval
“This decision is a disastrous blow to the agency’s credibility, public health, and the financial sustainability of the Medicare program,” critic...
Feature
The aducanumab revolution
As the controversial new Alzheimer’s drug makes its way from research settings to the clinic, practitioners brace for a potential sea change in...
Latest News
FDA approves controversial Alzheimer’s drug aducanumab (Aduhelm)
Approval was granted despite an FDA advisory panel recommendation not to approve the drug.
Pearl of the Month
Fall prevention advice for patients with Parkinson’s
There has been recent evidence that vitamin D supplementation is not helpful in preventing falls in most community-dwelling older adults.
Conference Coverage
Novel rehab program fights frailty, boosts capacity in advanced HF
The program, started in the hospital, worked on capabilities such as mobility, balance, and strength that would be necessary if exercises meant to...
Conference Coverage
When to refer patients with new memory loss
Initial questions should zero in on what the patient is forgetting, according to an expert.
From the Journals
Nutritional support may be lifesaving in heart failure
Patients with high-risk chronic heart failure given individualized nutritional support in-hospital had lower mortality following discharge, a new...