Geriatrics

Avoiding three risk factors extends life without dementia

Reducing three modifiable risk factors significantly extends the period of life lived without dementia, a new analysis indicates.

The long shadow of head trauma: sport, CTE, and dementia risk

Repeated head impacts in contact sports significantly increase the risk of neurodegenerative diseases, including dementia and chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE).

Integrating Medical Cannabis in Geriatric Primary Care: A Viable Path?

Integrating medical cannabis clinics into geriatric primary care practices shows promise for managing chronic conditions in older adults.

Repeated head impacts: What they mean for dementia risk

Repeated blows to the head in contact sports significantly increase the risk of dementia, particularly in former professional athletes.

Non-drug strategies for post-op delirium after cardiac surgery

Multicomponent non-pharmacological interventions reduce post-operative delirium incidence and severity in cardiac surgery patients.

Bilingualism and dementia: Is it delay, or true prevention?

Speaking multiple languages may not directly lower dementia risk, but it could delay symptom onset by enhancing cognitive reserve, a mechanism distinct from disease prevention.

Walking football: A prescription for sedentary older adults?

Walking football provides a unique blend of physical activity and social engagement for older adults, challenging traditional views of ageing.

Cannabis Use in Older Adults: Doctors Can Guide Safe Practices

Older adults increasingly use cannabis for various conditions. Clinicians must understand its pharmacology and potential interactions to guide safe use.

Dementia care: How much of the family's financial burden do you see?

Dementia significantly increases medical expenditures for patients and reduces income for their caregivers, placing substantial financial strain on families.