The prevalence of cardiovascular disease in older adults continues to increase, accompanied by a growing need for individualized risk stratification.
Background: Fragility Distal Femoral Fractures (DFFs) in older adults are associated with high morbidity (64%) and one-year mortality (26-35%), outcomes comparable to hip fractures. Historically, they have lacked the structured orthogeriatric pathways, national audit, and financial incentives that have transformed hip-fracture care.
Background: Frailty is a multidimensional syndrome characterized by a reduced physiological reserve, exposing older adults to the dangerous adverse consequences of acute illness or injury. In the Emergency Department (ED), traditional assessment models often fail to detect and estimate vulnerability, leading to undertriage, delayed or inappropriate interventions, and poor outcomes.
We recently demonstrated that a single physician-prescribed visit to the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts (Quebec, Canada) may lead to significant improvements in patient mental health [1]. Conducted with patients from both primary and secondary care, this pilot trial showed notable well-being and quality of life benefits, especially among those facing acute illness or reporting unhappiness.
In my previous article, “Aging With Strength: Functional Training to Support Independence and Quality of Life,” I examined how Functional Resistance Training (FRT) compares to traditional strength training, providing a proactive approach to maintaining muscular strength, postural control, and autonomy for older adults.
Purpose: Advance Care Planning (ACP), which umbrellas components such as Advance Directives (AD) and End-Of-Life Conversations (EOL), is a simple intervention which is known to have positive impacts including decreased healthcare costs, hospitalizations, and caregiver stress.
The proliferation of online interaction has brought with it a rise in sophisticated forms of exploitation, with romance scams posing a significant threat to individuals of all ages. This article focuses on the particular vulnerability of older adults to these scams, which inflict not only devastating financial losses but also profound psychological and physical harm.
Background: The rapid expansion of the global aging population, combined with caregiver shortages and rising care demands, highlights the urgent need for innovative, non-intrusive, and user-centered solutions in elderly healthcare.
The aim of this commentary is to highlight the divergent impact of Dynapenic Abdominal Obesity (D/AO) on Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) risk in middle-aged versus older adults. Based on a nationwide prospective cohort study (CHARLS, N = 5,932), D/AO conferred a 2.4-fold higher CKD risk in middle-aged adults
Introduction: Antibiotic allergy is a commonly reported condition, particularly among older adults, and may contribute to inappropriate antibiotic prescribing and adverse health outcomes. This study aimed to evaluate the prevalence and characteristics of suspected antibiotic allergy in patients over 65 years residing in a long-term care facility, Centre Sociosanitari Colisee Dolors Aleu (Barcelona), and to assess whether reported allergies were confirmed through allergological evaluation or based solely on clinical suspicion.
Cellular senescence is characterized by a permanent cessation of cell division and the acquisition of a distinctive secretory profile, termed the Senescence-Associated Secretory Phenotype (SASP). With advancing age, senescent cells accumulate in tissues and contribute to age-related pathologies by fostering chronic inflammation and remodeling the tumor microenvironment.
Prostate cancer treatment, particularly Androgen Deprivation Therapy (ADT), has been increasingly recognized for its potential neurocognitive consequences, especially in aging populations. As survival rates improve, understanding and mitigating these effects have become critical aspects of long-term care.
Background: Depression is a true and treatable medical condition and not a normal part of aging. On majority of occasions depression is under-diagnosed and under-treated. This is a community-based study conducted to find prevalence and probable determinants of geriatric depression.
Anti-aging medicine is an evolving discipline that combines geriatric research with clinically applied therapies to prevent, treat and reverse age-related degeneration and diseases. Basic research has provided compelling work on cellular pathways and mechanisms associated with senescence,
We report a Calcium Pyrophosphate Deposition Disease (CPPD) case confusingly similar to Remitting Seronegative Symmetrical Synovitis with Pitting Edema (RS3PE) syndrome. An elderly woman presented with generalized pain, symmetrical digital edema of Metacarpophalangeal
Introduction: Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disease that causes individuals to experience cognitive impairment and motor dysregulation. Previous research documents a relationship between the neurodegeneration found in PD and the normal depletion of Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide
Apathy, prevalent among long-term care facilities (LTCF) residents, diminishes motivation, social interaction, and quality of life. This study explored the impact of eBook clubs as a non-pharmacological intervention to reduce apathy. A convergent parallel mixed-methods design was employed with 20 residents from four LTCF participating in a 3-month program. Apathy was assessed using the Geriatric Depression Scale (GDS-3A) before and after the intervention, with paired t-tests and Cohen’s d measuring changes. Qualitative insights were derived from semi-structured interviews and thematic analysis. Apathy prevalence dropped from 55% to 35%, and mean scores decreased significantly (1.6–0.9; Cohen’s d = 0.85). Participants highlighted cognitive, emotional, and social benefits, valuing program flexibility and eReaders but noting some preference for physical books. These findings suggest eBook clubs as a scalable, cost-effective strategy for LTCF. Future studies should evaluate its broader applicability and explore culturally tailored implementations.
Osteoporosis is a major global health issue that affects millions of people, leading to many fractures and related problems. According to the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, about 10.2 million Americans have osteoporosis, resulting in over 2 million fractures each year.
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted individuals with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and dementia, as well as their caregivers. This commentary explores the multifaceted effects of the pandemic on this vulnerable population, including accelerated cognitive decline, increased behavioral symptoms and heightened caregiver strain.
Patients affected by Type II Diabetes are often subjected to multi-drug therapy, thus they are at risk of developing several side effects. Metabolic acidosis is one of these. It has often been identified as a side effect during treatment with Metformin,
