Geriatric Care

Unveiling Silent Suffering

Summary This article explores the challenges of assessing pain and anxiety in non-communicative nursing home residents. It examines the importance of accurate assessments, impact on care, and future directions in pain management. The goal is […]

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Virtual Care Insights

Summary This article explores the implementation of a virtual specialist consultation program for advanced frailty care during the COVID-19 pandemic. The program aimed to establish appropriate goals of care and align interventions with residents’ frailty […]

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COVID-19 & Dementia in Canada

Summary This article examines a recent Canadian meta-analysis exploring the impact of the first two COVID-19 pandemic waves on acute healthcare utilization and mortality among people with dementia. The study found significant declines in emergency […]

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End-of-Life Care Varies

Summary This study reveals significant differences in end-of-life care practices between Alberta and Ontario. Researchers found substantially lower rates of injectable medication prescriptions for end-of-life symptom relief in Alberta long-term care facilities compared to Ontario. […]

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Geriatric Care Advances

Summary This article explores a recent cross-sectional study examining inpatient geriatric medicine consultation patterns. Researchers analyzed data to understand how often and why older adults receive Comprehensive Geriatric Assessments (CGAs) during hospitalization. The findings highlight […]

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Mom’s X Chromosome Impacts Brain Aging

Summary This article discusses a groundbreaking study revealing how a mother’s X chromosome can influence cognitive health in aging female mice. Researchers found that mice with only an active maternal X chromosome experienced faster cognitive […]

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Senolytics: A Subtle Impact

Summary Senolytic therapy, designed to eliminate senescent “zombie” cells, shows limited benefits for bone health in older women. A recent clinical trial found that while the therapy improved bone formation markers, it did not significantly […]

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Telomere Length and Brain Health

Summary This article explores the link between shorter telomeres and an increased risk of stroke, dementia, and late-life depression. While telomere length doesn’t directly cause these conditions, it serves as a marker of biological aging […]

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Geriatric Care in a Time of Emerging Diseases

Summary This article explores the intersection of geriatric care and emerging infectious diseases, focusing on a recent mystery illness in Congo, a new bat coronavirus, and Pope Francis’s pneumonia. It highlights the vulnerability of older […]