Tag: Geriatrics
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Older Adults in Nursing Homes Face Higher Seizure Risk With Tramodol and Some Antidepressants
New Findings on Drug Interactions in Senior Care A study published on October 8, 2025, in Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, reports a modest but meaningful link between taking tramadol for pain and certain antidepressants that inhibit the CYP2D6 enzyme in older adults living in nursing homes. The researchers found…
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Prior Incarceration Linked to Poor Health in Older Adults
New evidence links past incarceration to worsened health in older adults A recent analysis published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society reveals that older adults with a history of incarceration report worse physical and mental health than their peers, even when the time since release extends more than a decade. The study underscores…
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Sit-up Test for Impaired Blood Pressure Regulation in Older Adults: A Cross-Sectional Insight
Introduction As people age, physiological changes can alter how the cardiovascular system regulates blood pressure. Hypertension remains a key risk factor for mortality and cardiovascular disease among older adults, but conventional seated measurements may miss dynamic problems in blood pressure control. The sit-up test emerges as a practical bedside tool to assess impaired BP regulation,…
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Older Adults Prehabilitation Before Surgery: Feasible Pilot
New Hope for Surgical Recovery in Older Adults As the population ages, the medical community is increasingly focused on strategies to improve recovery after major elective surgeries. A new pilot study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society explored a multicomponent prehabilitation program designed for older adults. This program combines physical therapy, nutrition…
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Rising temperatures threaten older hearts: heat and CVD risk
Introduction: heat, aging, and the silent risk As the climate heats up, an overlooked public health crisis is unfolding at the intersection of aging and extreme heat. A recent narrative review published in the Journal of Applied Physiology synthesizes for the first time how aging magnifies the cardiovascular stress of high ambient temperatures. The result…
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General Update: Key findings from recent health studies
Overview This week’s general health update highlights several notable studies that have implications for clinicians, patients, and public health policy. From hormone therapy and fracture risk to the impact of post-discharge exercise, the effectiveness of brief alcohol counselling, and the evolving landscape of COVID-19 treatments, the evidence base is continually shifting. Below is a concise…
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RSV Vaccines Confirmed Safe and Effective, Review Finds
What the Cochrane Review Found A new Cochrane Collaboration review synthesizes data on vaccines designed to protect against respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The analysis indicates that RSV vaccines are generally safe and offer protection for groups most at risk of severe illness, including older adults and infants. While individual vaccines vary in their level of…
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Understanding Memory Loss: A Geriatrician’s Insight
Memory Loss: A Common Concern As we age, it’s common to experience memory lapses. Luis, a 78-year-old engineer and lifelong reader, recently expressed concern during his consultation about his increasing forgetfulness, particularly with recent information. It’s important to understand that while memory changes can cause anxiety, they are not necessarily indicative of serious conditions like…