For over 20 years, researchers have tried to solve the medical mystery behind Mesoamerican Nephropathy, a form of chronic kidney…
Shining a light on the role of the genome’s ‘dark matter’ in cancer development
Innovative research has shed light on the mysterious role of long non-coding RNAs in the development of pancreatic cancer and…
Nearly one in five parents of food-allergic children are bullied
A new study shows that nearly one in five parents of food-allergic kids are the target of bullying by a…
Study reveals physical demands of two-hour marathon
Elite runners need a specific combination of physiological abilities to have any chance of running a sub-two-hour marathon, new research…
Delirium in older adults
Delirium is a serious and common syndrome characterized by acute deterioration of mental status. Patients show attentional deficits and commonly…
Diagnosis and management of dementia in older people
Dementia is a leading cause of morbidity and death in the UK. Diagnostic criteria exist for the different aetiologies and…
Parkinson’s disease in older people
The prevalence of Parkinson’s disease (PD) increases with age. Caring for people with this condition frequently requires it to be…
Elder abuse and adult safeguarding
This article defines elder abuse and describes its main categories. Risk factors and predictive indicators are discussed to help professionals…
Practical advice for prescribing in old age
Optimizing drug therapy is an essential part of caring for older people. Prescribing in this group has unique challenges because…
How to Avoid a Surprise Bill for Your Coronavirus Test
Get tested at a public facility. Question what services are being provided. And know your rights under federal law.