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Suicide prevention group delivers much needed message to pennsylvania's elderly

Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today — Sat, 17 May 2008 08:00:00 +0100

This month, in recognition of National Mental Health Month and Older Pennsylvanians Month, Feeling Blue Suicide Prevention Council (SPC) will offer an important message to senior citizens through a public service announcement. (Source: Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today)

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Inspectors often overlook serious deficiencies at u.s. nursing homes, gao report finds

Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today — Fri, 16 May 2008 16:00:00 +0100

State nursing home inspectors miss or minimize deficiencies -- such as malnutrition, severe bedsores, overuse of medications and abuse -- that pose a serious, immediate threat to patients, according to a report scheduled for release on Thursday by the Government Accountability Office, the (Source: Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today)

Parkinson's disease, aging, and visual cognition.

Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation — Fri, 16 May 2008 15:13:28 +0100

Page: 166DOI: 10.1097/01.TGR.0000318903.80066.e7Authors: Antal, Andrea PhD; Terney, Daniella MD; Bodis-Wollner, Ivan MD, DSc (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)

Cueing gait and gait-related mobility in patients with parkinson's disease: developing a therapeutic method based on the international classification of functioning, disability, and health.

Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation — Fri, 16 May 2008 15:13:28 +0100

Page: 151DOI: 10.1097/01.TGR.0000318902.80066.aeAuthors: Nieuwboer, Alice PhD; Rochester, Lynn PhD; Jones, Diana PhD (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)

Self-management programs for people with parkinson's disease: a program evaluation approach.

Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation — Fri, 16 May 2008 15:13:28 +0100

Page: 141DOI: 10.1097/01.TGR.0000318901.72443.59Authors: Gruber, Rebecca A. MSc, BPT; Elman, Jan Goldstein BScPT, MHSc; Huijbregts, Maria P. J. BScPT, PhD (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)

Why dance for parkinson's disease.

Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation — Fri, 16 May 2008 15:13:28 +0100

Page: 127DOI: 10.1097/01.TGR.0000318900.95313.afAuthors: Westheimer, Olie MA (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)

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Speech and swallowing in parkinson's disease.

Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation — Fri, 16 May 2008 15:13:28 +0100

Page: 115DOI: 10.1097/01.TGR.0000318899.87690.44Authors: Tjaden, Kris PhD (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)

Intensive amplitude-specific therapeutic approaches for parkinson's disease: toward a neuroplasticity-principled rehabilitation model.

Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation — Fri, 16 May 2008 15:13:28 +0100

Page: 99DOI: 10.1097/01.TGR.0000318898.87690.0dAuthors: Farley, Becky G. PT, PhD; Fox, Cynthia M. PhD, CCC-SLP; Ramig, Lorraine O. PhD, CCC-SLP; McFarland, David H. PhD, SLP (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)

From research to practice: rehabilitation of persons living with parkinson's disease.

Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation — Fri, 16 May 2008 15:13:28 +0100

Page: 92DOI: 10.1097/01.TGR.0000318897.93528.92Authors: Hirsch, Mark A. PhD; Hammond, Flora M. MD; Hirsch, Helmut V.B. PhD (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)

The Brown University Geriatric Psychopharmacology Update — Fri, 16 May 2008 14:59:37 +0100

DART-AD: No Benefits Found in AD Patients who Continue to Take AntipsychoticsTen Million Baby Boomers Will Develop Alzheimer's DiseaseMemantine and Trimethoprim: Possible Delirium and MyoclonusQuetiapine, Placebo Equal for Neuropsychiatric Symptoms in ADAAGP 2008: Summary Poster PresentationsIntravenous Immunoglobulin Treatment in Alzheimer's DiseaseDepression in a Geriatric Patient May be Linked to Exenatide for Treatment of DiabetesRecall of Rotigotine Transdermal SystemBehavior/Mood Changes and Suicidality with MontelukastPramipexole First-Time Generic (Source: The Brown University Geriatric Psychopharmacology Update)

Regulate anti psychotic drugs now, uk

Alzheimer's / Dementia News From Medical News Today — Fri, 16 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Help the Aged have backed an MPs bid to regulate the prescription of anti-psychotic drugs for people with dementia in care homes. (Source: Alzheimer's / Dementia News From Medical News Today)

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A 'fair britain' should mean equal rights for older people, says help the aged

Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today — Fri, 16 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Reacting to the draft legislative programme announced by Prime Minister Gordon Brown, Paul Cann, Director of Policy at Help the Aged, says: "If the Prime Minister is serious about creating a 'fairer' Britain, he must go back to basics and ensure people have equal rights. It almost goes without saying that this should include older people - the fastest growing population group. (Source: Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today)

Applied neurosolutions to offer p-tau 231 test for use in alzheimer's disease clinical trials

Alzheimer's / Dementia News From Medical News Today — Fri, 16 May 2008 09:00:00 +0100

Applied NeuroSolutions, Inc. (OTC BB:APNS)( http://www.AppliedNeuroSolutions.com), a company focused on the development of products for the early diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's disease ("AD"), today announced an initiative to provide its P-Tau 231 cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) test to companies undertaking AD clinical trials. (Source: Alzheimer's / Dementia News From Medical News Today)

Likely causative gene for late-onset alzheimer's discovered

Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today — Fri, 16 May 2008 09:00:00 +0100

The genetic profile of two large Georgia families with high rates of late-onset Alzheimer's disease points to a gene that may cause the disease, researchers say.Genetic variations called single nucleotide polymorphisms, or SNPs, are common in DNA, but this pattern of SNPs shows up in nine out of 10 affected family members, says Dr. Shirley E. (Source: Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today)

First conclusive evidence of alzheimer's-like brain tangles in nonhuman primates, findings could pave way for new human treatments

Alzheimer's / Dementia News From Medical News Today — Fri, 16 May 2008 08:00:00 +0100

Researchers at the Yerkes National Primate Research Center, Emory University, have discovered the first conclusive evidence of Alzheimer's-like neurofibrillary brain tangles in an aged nonhuman primate. (Source: Alzheimer's / Dementia News From Medical News Today)

Vasovagal syncope

MedicineNet Senior Health General — Fri, 16 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title: Vasovagal SyncopeCategory: Doctor's ViewsCreated: 5/16/2008Last Editorial Review: 5/16/2008 (Source: MedicineNet Senior Health General)

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Weight-loss aids bought on internet might harm your heart

MedicineNet Senior Health General — Fri, 16 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title: Weight-Loss Aids Bought on Internet Might Harm Your HeartCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/16/2008 2:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/16/2008 (Source: MedicineNet Senior Health General)

Stroke patients at high risk for falls

MedicineNet Senior Health General — Fri, 16 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title: Stroke Patients at High Risk for FallsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/16/2008 2:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/16/2008 (Source: MedicineNet Senior Health General)

Salmonella outbreak linked to dry dog food

MedicineNet Senior Health General — Fri, 16 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title: Salmonella Outbreak Linked to Dry Dog FoodCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/16/2008 2:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/16/2008 (Source: MedicineNet Senior Health General)

Health tip: keeping the caregiver healthy

MedicineNet Senior Health General — Fri, 16 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title: Health Tip: Keeping the Caregiver HealthyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/16/2008 2:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/16/2008 (Source: MedicineNet Senior Health General)

Sandra day o'connor, newt gingrich testify at aging hearing on alzheimer's, usa

Alzheimer's / Dementia News From Medical News Today — Fri, 16 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging Chairman Herb Kohl (D-WI) held a hearing on Alzheimer's, a disease that currently affects over five million Americans and their families. Witnesses provided an update on the latest research and treatments, issues surrounding early-onset diagnoses, the importance of training and support for patient caregivers, and the need for a comprehensive strategy as more and more Americans are diagnosed with the disease. (Source: Alzheimer's / Dementia News From Medical News Today)

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Influenza and pneumococcal vaccine uptake among nursing home residents in nottingham, england: a postal questionnaire survey

BMC Geriatrics — Fri, 16 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100

Background: Previous studies have shown influenza vaccine uptake in UK nursing home residents to be low. Very little information exists regarding the uptake of pneumococcal vaccine in this population. The formulation of policies relating to the vaccination of residents has been proposed as a simple step that may help improve vaccine uptake in care homes. Methods: A postal questionnaire was sent to matrons of all care homes with nursing within the Greater Nottingham area in January 2006. Non respondents were followed up with up to 3 phone calls. Results: 30% (16/53) of respondents reported having a policy addressing influenza vaccination and 15% (8/53) had a policy addressing pneumococcal vaccination. Seasonal influenza vaccine coverage in care homes with a vaccination policy was 87% compared with 84% in care homes without a policy (p=0.47). The uptake of pneumococcal vaccination was found to be low, particularly in care homes with no vaccination policy. Coverage was 60% and 32% in care homes with and without a vaccination policy respectively (p=0.06). This result was found to be statistically significant on multivariate analysis (p=0.03, R=0.46) Conclusions: The uptake of influenza vaccine among care home residents in the Nottingham region is relatively high, although pneumococcal vaccine uptake is low. This study shows that there is an association between pneumococcal vaccine uptake and the existence of a vaccination policy in care homes, and highlights that few care homes have vaccination policies in place. (Source: BMC Geriatrics)

Pre-operative inflammatory markers and the risk of postoperative delirium in elderly patients

International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry — Fri, 16 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100

Pathophysiological mechanisms leading to delirium are not clear. Age is a known risk factor and hypothesised to be accompanied by a low-grade inflammatory state. Previous studies have shown an association between delirium and circulating proinflammatory markers in acutely ill and postoperative patients. In light of the ageing/inflammation theory, we investigated the association of these markers with delirium in not acutely ill, elderly patients.In a prospective nested case-control study levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), interleukin 6 (Il-6), insulin growth factor 1 (IGF-1) were measured pre-operatively in elderly patients admitted for hip-surgery. These levels were compared between patients who later developed a post-operative delirium and patients who did not. Patients were matched for age and disease severity.Eighteen patients who developed delirium post-operatively were matched with 50 controls. Median APACHE-scores were below 16 in both groups. Pre-operative serum concentrations of CRP, Il-6 and IGF-1 did not differ between groups. IL-6 levels were associated with a measure of cognitive impairment.In the present study no relationship was found between levels of pre-operative circulating pro-inflammatory markers and post-operative delirium in elderly patients, who were free from acute or severe disease. Copyright © 2008 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. (Source: International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry)

Obesity reduces prostate-specific antigen levels

Geriatrics Magazine — Fri, 16 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100

Increasing body mass is associated with a modest reduction in prostate-specific antigen concentrations among men without prostate cancer. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine)

Introduction.

Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation — Thu, 15 May 2008 23:32:33 +0100

Page: 91DOI: 10.1097/01.TGR.0000318896.85904.2eAuthors: Calne, Susan CM (Source: Topics in Geriatric Rehabilitation)

Effects of dehydroepiandrosterone supplementation on cognitive function and quality of life: the dhea and well-ness (dawn) trial

Journal of the American Geriatr — Thu, 15 May 2008 18:30:34 +0100

Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, Volume 0, Issue 0, Page ???, OnlineEarly Articles. OBJECTIVES: To examine the effects of dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) supplementation on cognitive function and quality of life in healthy older adults. DESIGN: Double-blind, randomized, controlled clinical trial. SETTING: Clinical research facility. ... (Source: Journal of the American Geriatr)

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Get on your bike for help the aged! uk

Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today — Thu, 15 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Discover the joys of 'pedal power' this summer by signing up to Cycle London to Amsterdam 2008 - and help raise vital funds for disadvantaged older people. (Source: Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today)

407.6 million dollars pot of gold for the aged care industry, australia

Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today — Thu, 15 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

The Federal Government announced a $407.6 million boost for the aged care industry, bringing the total additional payments to $2 billion over four years.The Australian Nursing Federation (ANF) says this money must be used to close the wages gap in aged care. (Source: Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today)

Inpatient survey results show 'unacceptable variations' in quality of care, uk

Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today — Thu, 15 May 2008 10:00:00 +0100

Help the Aged responded to the results of the Healthcare Commission's Inpatient survey of hospitals in 2007. Charlotte Potter, Senior Health Policy Officer at Help the Aged, said: 'These results show the NHS is achieveing high levels of patient satisfaction with overall care, but there are unacceptable variations around the country. (Source: Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today)

Cerebral metabolic dysfunction in patients with dementia with lewy bodies and visual hallucinations

Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders — Thu, 15 May 2008 09:47:49 +0100

Dement Geriatr Cogn Disord 2008;25:531-538 (DOI:10.1159/000132084) (Source: Dementia and Geriatric Cognitive Disorders)

Compensation for and numbers of geriatricians continue to lag

Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today — Thu, 15 May 2008 09:00:00 +0100

Inadequate, noncompetitive compensation continues to discourage medical school graduates from pursuing careers in geriatrics, according to a new Association of Directors of Geriatric Academic Programs (ADGAP) study released this month. (Source: Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today)

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Senior's gait a sign of what's to come

Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today — Thu, 15 May 2008 09:00:00 +0100

Dr. Manuel Montero-Odasso can predict future mobility problems just by measuring how fast an elderly person walks. It's a simple test that can reveal the future risk for falls, fractures, and balance issues, even in seemingly healthy seniors. (Source: Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today)

Longevity study in mice finds it's better to go hungry than go running

Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today — Thu, 15 May 2008 09:00:00 +0100

A study investigating aging in mice has found that hormonal changes that occur when mice eat significantly less may help explain an already established phenomenon: a low calorie diet can extend the lifespan of rodents, a benefit that even regular exercise does not achieve."We know that being lean rather than obese is protective from many diseases, but key rodent studies tell us that being lean from eating less, as opposed to exercising more, has greater benefit for living longer. (Source: Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today)

Neurologists gather to discuss successful aging

Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today — Thu, 15 May 2008 09:00:00 +0100

STAYING SHARP IN SAN FRANCISCO: LEADING BRAIN EXPERTS DISCUSS SUCCESSFUL AGINGWHAT: Brain function and health will be the focus of the Staying Sharp session on May 17 at St. Mary's Cathedral in San Francisco. (Source: Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today)

Cigna senior & retiree services and the national council on aging join forces to increase seniors' access to benefits

Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today — Thu, 15 May 2008 08:00:00 +0100

CIGNA Senior & Retiree Services, a division of one of the nation's largest health service companies, is joining forces with the National Council on Aging (NCOA) to make available NCOA's BenefitsCheckUp® to CIGNA's Medicare members. The program helps identify federal, state and local benefits programs that can help enhance the quality of seniors' lives. (Source: Seniors / Aging News From Medical News Today)

Migraine medications may cause 'serotonin syndrome'

MedicineNet Senior Health General — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title: Migraine Medications May Cause 'Serotonin Syndrome'Category: Health NewsCreated: 5/15/2008 2:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/15/2008 (Source: MedicineNet Senior Health General)

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Biomarkers predict heart deaths

MedicineNet Senior Health General — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title: Biomarkers Predict Heart DeathsCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/15/2008 2:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/15/2008 (Source: MedicineNet Senior Health General)

Heart disease starts early in life

MedicineNet Senior Health General — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title: Heart Disease Starts Early in LifeCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/15/2008 2:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/15/2008 (Source: MedicineNet Senior Health General)

Pollution particles impair blood vessel function

MedicineNet Senior Health General — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title: Pollution Particles Impair Blood Vessel FunctionCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/15/2008 2:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/15/2008 (Source: MedicineNet Senior Health General)

Danger from heart surgery drug confirmed

MedicineNet Senior Health General — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title: Danger From Heart Surgery Drug ConfirmedCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/15/2008 2:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/15/2008 (Source: MedicineNet Senior Health General)

Excess drinking boosts cardiovascular disease risk

MedicineNet Senior Health General — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title: Excess Drinking Boosts Cardiovascular Disease RiskCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/15/2008 2:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/15/2008 (Source: MedicineNet Senior Health General)

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Aspirin at bedtime lowers blood pressure

MedicineNet Senior Health General — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title: Aspirin at Bedtime Lowers Blood PressureCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/15/2008 2:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/15/2008 (Source: MedicineNet Senior Health General)

Women who quit smoking lower heart risks quickly

MedicineNet Senior Health General — Thu, 15 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title: Women Who Quit Smoking Lower Heart Risks QuicklyCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/7/2008 2:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 5/15/2008 (Source: MedicineNet Senior Health General)

Day care for older dementia patients: favorable effects on behavioral and psychological symptoms and caregiver stress

International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry — Thu, 15 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100

To assess the effects of Day Care (DC) on older subjects with dementia and their caregivers.Thirty patients with dementia, consecutively admitted to a DC, were compared with 30 patients, matched for age and cognitive function, who received usual home care (HC). Primary caregivers were compared as well. At baseline and after 2 months, patients were assessed for cognitive and functional status, behavioral and psychological symptoms [Neuropsychiatric Inventory (NPI)] and psychotropic drugs use, and caregivers were evaluated for care burden [Caregiver Burden Inventory (CBI)] and depressive symptoms.After adjusting for potential confounders, NPI score significantly decreased in DC group, with a reduction of psychotropic drugs prescription, whereas it increased in HC. No significant between-group difference was observed for cognitive and functional change. CBI significantly decreased in DC, but not HC, caregivers, with no significant between-group difference in depressive symptoms change.A 2-month period of DC assistance is effective in reducing behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia patients and in alleviating caregivers' burden. Copyright © 2008 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. (Source: International Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry)

Pulse wave velocity predicts increases in blood pressure

Geriatrics Magazine — Thu, 15 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100

Pulse wave velocity, a non-invasive index of arterial stiffness, predicts longitudinal increases in blood pressure in hypertensive individuals as well as incident hypertension. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine)

Kidney damage may lead to hypertension

Geriatrics Magazine — Thu, 15 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100

Hypertension and kidney disease commonly co-exist, and new research points to kidney damage as a risk factor for subsequent hypertension. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine)

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Latest clinical guidelines for atrial fibrillation from the american heart association and american college of cardiology.

Geriatrics Magazine — Thu, 15 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100

If outpatient presents with nonvalvular atrial fibrillation or atrial flutter, physicians should risk stratify the patient for stroke risk; as appropriate, prescribe anticoagulation therapy with warfarin unless contraindicated; and monitor anticoagulation therapy, with monthly INR measurements. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine)

Central obesity in midlife increases dementia risk

Geriatrics Magazine — Thu, 15 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100

Central obesity in midlife appears to increase the risk of dementia in later life, independent of diabetes and other cardiovascular comorbidities. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine)

Medicare q & a: when does medicare pay for related phone calls in home health setting

Geriatrics Magazine — Thu, 15 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100

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Cerebral microbleeds prevalent in older adults

Geriatrics Magazine — Thu, 15 May 2008 04:00:00 +0100

In older adults, the prevalence of cerebral microbleeds may be significantly higher than commonly believed and risk factors vary according to microbleed location. (Source: Geriatrics Magazine)

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Suicide prevention group delivers much needed message to pennsylvania's elderly

Inspectors often overlook serious deficiencies at u.s. nursing homes, gao report finds

Parkinson's disease, aging, and visual cognition.

Cueing gait and gait-related mobility in patients with parkinson's disease: developing a therapeutic method based on the international classification of functioning, disability, and health.

Self-management programs for people with parkinson's disease: a program evaluation approach.

Why dance for parkinson's disease.

Speech and swallowing in parkinson's disease.

Intensive amplitude-specific therapeutic approaches for parkinson's disease: toward a neuroplasticity-principled rehabilitation model.

From research to practice: rehabilitation of persons living with parkinson's disease.

Table of contents

Regulate anti psychotic drugs now, uk

A 'fair britain' should mean equal rights for older people, says help the aged

Applied neurosolutions to offer p-tau 231 test for use in alzheimer's disease clinical trials

Likely causative gene for late-onset alzheimer's discovered

First conclusive evidence of alzheimer's-like brain tangles in nonhuman primates, findings could pave way for new human treatments

Vasovagal syncope

Weight-loss aids bought on internet might harm your heart

Stroke patients at high risk for falls

Salmonella outbreak linked to dry dog food

Health tip: keeping the caregiver healthy

Sandra day o'connor, newt gingrich testify at aging hearing on alzheimer's, usa

Influenza and pneumococcal vaccine uptake among nursing home residents in nottingham, england: a postal questionnaire survey

Pre-operative inflammatory markers and the risk of postoperative delirium in elderly patients

Obesity reduces prostate-specific antigen levels

Introduction.

Effects of dehydroepiandrosterone supplementation on cognitive function and quality of life: the dhea and well-ness (dawn) trial

Get on your bike for help the aged! uk

407.6 million dollars pot of gold for the aged care industry, australia

Inpatient survey results show 'unacceptable variations' in quality of care, uk

Cerebral metabolic dysfunction in patients with dementia with lewy bodies and visual hallucinations

Compensation for and numbers of geriatricians continue to lag

Senior's gait a sign of what's to come

Longevity study in mice finds it's better to go hungry than go running

Neurologists gather to discuss successful aging

Cigna senior & retiree services and the national council on aging join forces to increase seniors' access to benefits

Migraine medications may cause 'serotonin syndrome'

Biomarkers predict heart deaths

Heart disease starts early in life

Pollution particles impair blood vessel function

Danger from heart surgery drug confirmed

Excess drinking boosts cardiovascular disease risk

Aspirin at bedtime lowers blood pressure

Women who quit smoking lower heart risks quickly

Day care for older dementia patients: favorable effects on behavioral and psychological symptoms and caregiver stress

Pulse wave velocity predicts increases in blood pressure

Kidney damage may lead to hypertension

Latest clinical guidelines for atrial fibrillation from the american heart association and american college of cardiology.

Central obesity in midlife increases dementia risk

Medicare q & a: when does medicare pay for related phone calls in home health setting

Cerebral microbleeds prevalent in older adults