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Hormone Tx Not Tied to Change in Muscle Mass in Older Women
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August 30, 2019
Hormone therapy (HT) does not significantly impact muscle mass in postmenopausal women, according to a review published online in JAMA Network Open...
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Odds of Developing C. Diff Increased in Older Cancer Patients
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August 22, 2019
Older adults with cancer have increased odds of developing Clostridiodes difficile infection (CDI), according to a study published in the September issue of Emerging Infectious Diseases...
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Periop Covert Stroke ID'd in 7 Percent of Older Surgery Patients
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August 19, 2019
Seven percent of older patients undergoing inpatient, noncardiac surgery have perioperative covert stroke, which is associated with an increased risk for cognitive decline, according to a study published online in The Lancet.
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Risk for Developing Frailty High in Older Adults
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August 05, 2019
Community-dwelling older adults are prone to developing frailty, according to a review published online Aug. 2 in JAMA Network Open.
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Hearing Loss Takes Mental, Social, Physical Toll on Older People
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July 31, 2019
Older people with hearing loss are more likely to experience outdoor activity limitations, psychological distress, and memory loss...
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CDC Assesses Burden of Eye Disorders in Adults With Diabetes
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July 19, 2019
CDC Assesses Burden of Eye Disorders in Adults With Diabetes.
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Subclinical Cardiovascular Dz May Up Fall Risk in Older Adults
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July 18, 2019
Subclinical cardiovascular disease (CVD) appears to be an independent risk factor for falls in older adults...
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Greater Long-Term Decline in Stroke Seen Among Older Adults
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June 25, 2019
The decline in midlife ischemic strokes over time is less pronounced than the decline among older adults, according to a study published in the June issue of Stroke.
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Suicide Risk Seen Among Older Adults Living in Long-Term Care
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June 25, 2019
Suicide Risk Seen Among Older Adults Living in Long-Term Care.
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Older Americans Generally Current With Eye Exams
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June 25, 2019
Older Americans Generally Current With Eye Exams.