geriatrics

Purpose: The aim of this study was to assess the frequency of returns for maintenance among older adults who received complete dentures at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry. A secondary objective was to investigate associations between patient demographic characteristics, clinical factors, treatment variables, and the frequency of follow-up appointments. Materials and Methods: This retr…

Scientific Reports, Published online: 11 June 2026; doi:10.1038/s41598-026-57414-4 Exploration and practice of home care mode for elderly with stroke disability based on ICF theory

ObjectiveThe aims of this study were to systematically evaluate the effects of traditional Chinese medicine nursing techniques combined with music-based interventions on sleep quality in older adults and to explore their effects on anxiety and pain.MethodsRandomized controlled trials (RCTs) published up to 9 May 2026 were systematically searched in China National Knowledge Infrastructure, Wanfang…

There is a stark gap in how often hospitals screen older adults for postoperative delirium, with verified geriatric surgery programs screening nearly every patient while non-accredited programs screen just half, according to new findings published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons.

An initiative at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital is improving care and outcomes for older adults in the emergency department. The Geriatric Emergency Department Initiative (GEDI) program is designed to deliver specialized, patient-centered support for individuals 65 years and older during and after their emergency department visit.

There is a stark gap in how often hospitals screen older adults for postoperative delirium, with verified geriatric surgery programs screening nearly every patient while non-accredited programs screen just half, according to new findings published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons.

Millions of older adults around the world live with hearing loss. Many see it as an annoying part of getting older, something that makes conversations harder or requires turning up the television volume. However, scientists are increasingly discovering that hearing loss may affect much more than hearing alone. It may also play an important role […] The post Large Global Study Links Hearing Aids t…

Dementia makes most things in life more difficult, including hospital care. Though often essential for patients suffering from severe acute illness, hospital care can be confusing for persons with dementia, or PWD.

In 1,038 older adults with hypertension attending outpatient clinics in Vietnam, frailty was more common in women than men, while overall rates of suboptimal blood pressure were similar by sex. Frailty was associated with about twice the odds of suboptimal blood pressure in women, but not in men, highlighting the need to study sex-specific and frailty-informed hypertension care.

For decades, intensive care units (ICUs) have relied on standardized approaches designed to improve outcomes across all patients. But as people over 65 now account for roughly half of ICU patients, clinicians are increasingly recognizing that older adults bring distinct needs that can shape both care and recovery.

Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and death in older adults worldwide. Various interventions are continuously being developed and implemented to reduce fall incidents in older adults, but a clear understanding of the connection between psychological factors and physical function is essential for creating effective, tailored interventions. This dissertation examined the relationship be…

Investigators and clinicians from Cedars-Sinai will present research and discuss advances in care for older adults at the third annual California Academic Geriatric Institutions Conference May 29 at Stanford University.

Heart surgery can save lives and help people live longer and healthier lives. Every year, thousands of older adults undergo major heart operations to improve blood flow to the heart or replace damaged heart valves. Many patients and families focus mainly on surviving the surgery itself and recovering during the first few weeks afterward. However, […] The post Many Older People Face Serious Infect…

BackgroundPostoperative delirium (POD) is a common complication following transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and is associated with adverse outcomes in older patients. Frailty, a multidimensional geriatric syndrome, has been increasingly recognized as a potential risk factor for POD. However, existing evidence remains inconsistent. This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the association b…

New PharmD graduate Makenna Fox will become the first resident in USC Mann’s geriatrics pharmacy residency program — an early step toward addressing the growing need for specialized care for older adults. The post Trojan finds purpose in geriatrics pharmacy appeared first on USC .

Objectives To investigate the independent effect of potentially inappropriate medications (PIMs) on 30-day adverse post-discharge outcomes (unplanned readmissions or emergency department [ED] visits) among hospitalized older adults after strictly controlling for confounders, such as polypharmacy and psychological comorbidities, and to identify high-risk phenotype in patients with reduced physiolo…

Cannabis use among older adults is rising fast, but today’s marijuana is far more potent than many people realize — and experts warn the risks may be underestimated. Stanford Medicine specialists say modern cannabis can increase the chances of heart problems, falls, memory issues, dangerous drug interactions, and even addiction, especially for people over 65.

IntroductionIn Brazil, benzodiazepines rank among the twenty most prescribed medications in primary healthcare. Beyond the lack of robust evidence supporting chronic use, there has been a growing utilization of this drug class for managing conditions that were previously not formally diagnosable or treatable, such as secondary insomnia and bereavement experiences.ObjectiveIn the context of benzod…

Predicting whether a healthy 45-year-old will struggle to climb stairs or walk a decade later has long been a challenge for geriatric medicine.

Fish oil and omega-3 supplements are among the most commonly used health products in the world. Many older adults take these capsules every day in the hope of protecting their memory, keeping their brains healthy, and lowering the risk of dementia. For years, omega-3 fats have been linked to possible health benefits. They are found […] The post Fish oil supplements may increase cognitive decline …