Geriatrics

As part of a series of first-person true stories written by physicians, Dr. J. David Spence shares experiences from his early days making rounds in neurology.

Study examines zoledronate dosing at baseline and at five years to determine effects on vertebral fracture prevention in early postmenopausal women.

Rates of eczematous dermatitis have been increasing among older adults.

NACI recommended that seniors who are 80 years and older, residents of long-term care homes, and adults and children six months and older who are moderately to severely immunocompromised should get two doses of COVID-19 vaccine per year.

Cognitive ability, lifestyle factors and physical health can predict the risk of dementia up to 20 years before the onset of symptoms.

New report finds that nearly one-quarter of residents in long-term care homes are receiving potentially inappropriate antipsychotic medications. 

U.S. study examines effectiveness of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) vaccine in reducing inpatient and emergency room visits due to RSV-related lower respiratory tract disease.

Data provides new way to frame discussions about influenza vaccines with older adults.