Seniors have higher rates of cancer, fewer treatment options
Nov 07, 2008
The elderly are routinely excluded from clinical trials for cancer treatments, even though 60% of all cancer cases occur among the senior population, according to new research.
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.
Study: Proactive measures can halve the risk of hip fractures in seniors
Nov 05, 2008
Taking proactive steps, including using certain tests and medications, can help reduce hip fracture rates among those at risk by as much as 50%, according to a new online study.
Anti-frailty pill on the horizon?
Nov 05, 2008
Researchers in Virginia have identified a drug that has increased muscle mass in older, frailer people.
Let there be light: New therapy could fix damaged, aging skin
Oct 22, 2008
A new type of light therapy could repair old, sun-damaged skin on the molecular level, according to a recent study.
Certain stroke prevention surgery may now be option for older seniors
Oct 16, 2008
Conventional wisdom holds that it is too risky for older seniors to undergo certain stroke prevention surgeries. That thinking may soon change, thanks to new research.
Study: Smoking hurts quality of life in old age
Oct 15, 2008
If you need another reason to quit smoking, here’s one: Smoking during middle age not only shortens your life, but makes life harder when you reach old age, a new study finds.
Research: End-of-life discussions improve quality of life for families, patients
Oct 09, 2008
Discussions about end-of-life issues between patients, doctors and families improve the quality of life for the terminally ill. They also have “cascading benefits” for both patients and their...
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.
Joint Commission warns against dangers of blood thinners
Sep 26, 2008
The Joint Commission has issued an alert on the use of several common blood thinners as a result of some highly publicized medical errors and deaths related to use of the medications.