Geriatrics
From the Journals
New data support a causal role for depression in Alzheimer’s
“If we can treat the depression early on, we may help reduce risk for dementia for our patients later in life,” said coinvestigator Dr. Aliza P....
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Atopic dermatitis can be especially burdensome in the elderly
There is good data on higher relative risk of osteoporosis/fractures and dementia specifically among older adults with AD.
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Epilepsy in older adults: Misdiagnosis and case complexity are common
Epileptic seizures in older adults tend to be less dramatic with fewer motor manifestations.
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Sleep disturbances more profound in older adults with atopic dermatitis
News
Could Viagra help prevent Alzheimer’s?
“Being able to repurpose a drug already licensed for health conditions could help speed up the drug discovery process and bring about life-...
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Higher resting heart rate tied to increased dementia risk
“Health care professionals should be aware of potential cognitive consequences associated with elevated RHR in older people.”
From the Journals
No serious CV risks for elderly after Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine
A French study adds to other evidence that the Pfizer mRNA COVID-19 vaccine does not increase the risk for serious cardiovascular adverse events...
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For older adults, smelling the roses may be more difficult
According to new estimates, up to 1.6 million Americans have chronic olfactory dysfunction due to COVID-19.
From the Journals
CBT prevents depression in up to 50% of patients with insomnia
The study is unique in that the treatment “is not just reducing depression, it’s preventing depression,” said Dr. Michael R. Irwin, lead author....
From the Journals
Beware of private equity–owned nursing homes: study
You can expect a somewhat lower level of quality in a PE-owned nursing home than in other for-profit facilities.
Pearl of the Month
Case: Older patient with T2D has recurrent flushing
Learn four principles to help make diagnoses in challenging cases like this one.