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Nutrition: Bone Health and the Gut Microbiome

WEBThe gut microbiota is a diverse microbial community living in the gastrointestinal tract, especially the large intestine, primarily made up of bacteria, fungi, viruses, and …

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Clinical Matters: High-Plasmalogen Diets and Alzheimer’s

WEBPlasmalogens make up more than 20% of phospholipids in humans and are particularly plentiful in the nervous system.1 In AD patients, plasmalogen levels decrease by up to …

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Healthy Steps for Older Adults: A Statewide Approach to …

WEBTo assess the effectiveness of the Healthy Steps screening-education-referral paradigm, 1,833 older adults were recruited from senior centers across 20 Pennsylvania counties …

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Curbing Cancer: Dietary Patterns Reduce Risk in Older Adults

WEBNovember/December 2021. Curbing Cancer: Dietary Patterns Reduce Risk in Older Adults. By KC Wright, MS, RDN. Today’s Geriatric Medicine. Vol. 14 No. 6 P. 10. The whole diet …

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Understanding Dysphagia and the Importance of Following a …

WEBWhen a person has dysphagia, their swallowing process does not function properly. Consuming texture-modified foods and thickened beverages allows more time for a …

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Today's Geriatric Medicine

WEBBeyond Calcium and Vitamin D. Brain Health in Memory Care. Hiatal Hernia: Impact on the Aerodigestive Tract and Swallowing. The Impact of Protein Quality on Muscle Recovery. …

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Transitional Care Nurses in the Geriatric ED Reduce Risk of …

WEBTransitional Care Nurses in the Geriatric ED Reduce Risk of Inpatient Admissions. Geriatric patients seen by transitional care nurses in the emergency department (ED) are less …

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Inflammation, Osteoporosis, and Fracture Risk

WEBSystemic inflammation has been correlated with an increased risk of a variety of chronic conditions associated with aging, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, dementia, …

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'Watch and Wait' Often Best for Older Patients With Kidney Cancer

WEB'Watch and Wait' Often Best for Older Patients With Kidney Cancer. Sometimes, simply watching and waiting is a safe alternative to surgery for older patients with small kidney …

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End-of-Life Care

WEBNovember/December 2021. End-of-Life Care — Misconceptions About Morphine. By Scott Janssen, MA, MSW, LCSW. Today’s Geriatric Medicine. Vol. 14 No. 6 P. 8. Sandra was …

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Prudence and Contemporary Gerontology

WEBPrudence and Contemporary Gerontology. In elder care, prudence is ultimately focused on promoting elders' quality of life and is primarily concerned with determining the best …

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Social Determinants & Stroke

WEBSocial determinants of health (SDOH), such as income level and education, can serve as predictors of negative health outcomes. Specifically, these indicators can …

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The Power of Sound

WEBJanuary/February 2023. The Power of Sound. By Jennifer Van Pelt, MA. Today’s Geriatric Medicine. Vol. 16 No. 1 P. 10. The Influence of Music on Brain Health. We all have our …

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Ethnogeriatrics Promotes Cultural Competence in Medicine

WEBEthnogeriatrics Promotes Cultural Competence in Medicine. As the population of ethnically and racially diverse older adults increases, so does the need to identify and address …

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Calcium Supplements Linked to Increased Risk for Colon Polyps

WEBCalcium Supplements Linked to Increased Risk for Colon Polyps. Could the calcium supplement you take to help your bones be harming your colon? That's the suggestion …

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Elders' Loneliness Constitutes a Health Problem

WEBClinical News: Elders' Loneliness Constitutes a Health Problem. By Laurie A. Theeke, PhD, FNP-BC, GCNS-BC. Today's Geriatric Medicine. Vol. 11 No. 2 P. 27. Loneliness is a …

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Fall Prevention: What You Can Do to Help Patients

WEB3. Refer patients for a vision check. Your clients should have their vision checked regularly, update their lens prescriptions, and wear their glasses. You can …

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Medical Monitor: Medical Treatment of Depression

WEBDepression is one of the most commonly encountered psychiatric disorders in the United States, affecting approximately 8% of Americans and contributing to more …

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Narrative Medicine With Older Adults

WEBMarch/April 2018. Long Term Care: Narrative Medicine With Older Adults. By Susan McDonald, PhD, LSW. Today's Geriatric Medicine. Vol. 11 No. 2 P. 28. Narrative …

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Today's Geriatric Medicine

WEBPlease check individual organization websites for cancellations and reschedulings. May 7-9, 2024 American Hospital Association Accelerating Health Equity Conference — "Driving …

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Aging Well E-Newsletter

WEBFebruary is American Heart Month, an ideal time to focus attention on cardiovascular disease and the influence clinicians can exert on its prevalence by emphasizing the …

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Managing Dysphagia — The Importance of Safety, Variety, and …

WEBSafely enjoying their food and drink should be the main focus; limit distractions as much as possible. • During mealtime, sit the person upright in a chair and ensure both the table …

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