Fall prevention training shows positive results in research environment
Feb 05, 2009
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago have been working on a way to “inoculate” seniors against falls. Those efforts appear to be paying off, according to recent reports.
U.S. still ranks last among industrialized countries in preventable mortality rates
Feb 03, 2009
The United States continues to rank last among 19 industrialized nations when it comes to preventable mortality rates. That is an indication that the healthcare quality improvement measures put in place...
Influenza or carbon monoxide poisoning? Be aware, EPA says
Jan 23, 2009
The effects of carbon monoxide poisoning are similar to symptoms of the flu. Seniors should be on their guard against both this season, the Environmental Protection Agency warns in a recently released...
Recruiting seniors into drug trials may help close evidence gap
Dec 01, 2008
A growing number of scientists are considering a new approach to drug trials. It includes “real world” testing on more elderly patients with multiple chronic conditions.
High-dose vitamin B3 ‘cures’ Alzheimer’s in lab mice
Nov 06, 2008
Nicotinamide, a form of vitamin B3, has been found to eradicate Alzheimer’s disease-related memory problems in lab mice, according to new research.
Using two hypertension meds may help cut risk of death
Oct 06, 2008
On many occasions, it is said that two is better than one. That appears to be the case when it comes to reducing death from high blood pressure among the elderly.
House passes “Silver Alert” legislation to help locate missing seniors
Sep 19, 2008
The U.S. House of Representatives Wednesday passed legislation that would set up a nationwide “silver alert” system to help coordinate local law enforcement officials in the event of a missing...
Pelvic floor disorders affect almost half of women over 80
Sep 18, 2008
Nearly 50% of women aged 80 or older experience a pelvic floor disorder, which can take the form of urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence or pelvic organ prolapse, according to a new report.
A new study has found that the combination of light exercise and specific nutritional supplements could help keep seniors fit for a longer period of time.
McCain, Obama advisers discuss long-term care at symposium
Sep 12, 2008
Surrogates for presidential hopefuls John McCain (R) and Barack Obama (D) spelled out their respective nominees’ views on the future of long-term care in the United States at the third annual Long-Term...