More articles about: Geriatrics

Flu vaccines have stayed out of politics but a new poll shows a new political divide over flu shots as well as COVID-19 vaccines, including boosters.

Caregivers who provide support for family or friends with chronic illness and disability were stressed, isolated and depressed during the pandemic’s early months.

The novel procedure allows patients to have their valve replaced with a larger prosthetic, which significantly improves blood flow.

Home blood pressure monitoring is important for people with hypertension or a history of stroke, heart failure, diabetes and heart attack, but a new poll shows many people don’t do it.

For adults over 65 who need more blood pressure control, increasing the dose of an existing medication may be a better choice for many than adding a new drug.

Out-of-pocket costs drop sharply after Medicare eligibility at age 65, especially for those with the highest bills.

Health savings accounts (HSA), flexible spending accounts (FSA) and other programs that give a tax break for saving for future health costs aren’t used by many older adults and are most used by those who need them least

A new study looks at how dementia and Alzheimer’s disease patients get caregiving from family caregivers including wives, husbands, daughters and sons, as well as paid help, and disparities in care.

Falls are a major cause of injury to older adults but the pandemic led to a drop in physical condition and increase in fear of falling that could increase risk of injury.

Living through COVID-19 era has tested the mental resiliency of many older Americans; some groups appear more affected than others. 

Worries about getting exposed to coronavirus in health care settings has led older adults to delay care during the pandemic.

Pandemic alcohol use has gotten a lot of attention but new poll data show problematic drinking by many older adults.

Many older adults say the pandemic has affected their mental health, including depression, anxiety and sleep problems. But most say they would be willing to seek care if they needed it.

Online doctor ratings may promise a better way to find a doctor but a poll shows most older adults don’t consider them very important when choosing a physician.

People with obstructive sleep apnea who treat their apnea with the commonly-prescribed positive airway pressure therapy were less likely to be diagnosed with dementia.