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The Classics: Timeless Insights on Aging Well
Loneliness in Older Adults: How to Stay Social and Connected
Loneliness isn't just a passing emotion—it’s a major public health concern, especially for older adults. Research shows that social isolation can be as dangerous as smoking, increasing the risk of depression, heart disease, and dementia. But the good news is that meaningful connections can be cultivated at any age. Learn simple, effective ways to stay engaged, supported, and socially connected as you age.
Longevity vs. Healthspan: What’s the Difference—and Why It Matters
Longevity tells us how long we live. Healthspan reveals how well we live. In this post, we break down these two vital concepts in aging—and why shifting the focus from lifespan to healthspan could transform the way you think about getting older. Learn how to extend not just your years, but the quality within them.
Preventing Falls in Older Adults
Falls prevention in the elderly is a critical concern, given that falls are the primary cause of injuries among older adults. By adopting strategies such as regular exercise, maintaining a clutter-free living environment, seeking medical guidance, and utilizing assistive devices when necessary, older individuals can effectively reduce the risk of falls and enhance their overall safety.
Understanding Anxiety as We Age
Gain insights into anxiety among the elderly and discover effective strategies to promote healthy aging. Understand the impact of anxiety disorders, learn about comprehensive assessments, personalized treatment plans, and holistic approaches. Enhance quality of life by valuing mental well-being in older adults.
The Prescription Cascade
Explore the implications of polypharmacy and the medication cascade in elder care. Learn how healthcare professionals can address this issue and enhance medication management for older adults.
Embracing Healthy Aging: Nurturing a Fulfilling Journey
Discover the secrets to healthy aging and nurturing a fulfilling journey at The Medicine Check. Our comprehensive guide offers valuable insights and tips on physical and mental well-being, exercise routines, nutrition, and more.
Death and Dying
Death will come whether you are prepared or not. Discussing advance care plans with your loved ones and primary care physician is an easy step to take!
Parkinson’s Disease
A brief look at the neurodegenerative disease known as Parkinson’s Disease.
Medication for Parkinson’s Disease
A brief look at Parkinson’s Disease and the medications used to help alleviate symptoms.
Medical Orders for Scope of Treatment
A deep dive into MOST and POLST forms. These are forms that are made to guide discussions about end-of-life care and What Matters to a person.
Mobility Aids
A deep dive into the world of mobility devices for an older adult. Canes, walkers, and wheelchairs all have their place in helping an adult maintain their mobility and independence.
Depression
A deep dive into depression, an underrecognized and treatable mental health condition.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
A deep dive into the Mobility related issue of Rheumatoid Arthritis. Commonly diagnosed in a person’s 60s, RA is a debilitating disease that can massively impede a person’s ability to move and do the important things in their life.
Antidepressant Medications
A deep dive into the wide world of antidepressant medications. Depression is very common in the general population, and this is reflected in the elderly population. Depression can be missed because of the complexity of aging, and treatment is readily available!
Frontotemporal Dementia
A deep dive into Frontotemporal dementia, a common cause of early-onset dementia.
Polymyalgia Rheumatica
A deep dive into Polymyalgia Rheumatica, which is an inflammatory disease of aging that affects primarily the shoulders and hips. It can lead to serious issues with mobility and function, which in turn can decrease independence.
Medication for Dementia - Memantine
A deep dive into the medication memantine, also known as Namenda, which is used in the treatment of moderate to severe Alzheimer’s disease