Reflections from a “geriatric” ward.
Geriatrics
How Can We Reduce the Firearm Death Toll in Older Adults?
Nearly 33% of people who die from firearm injuries in the U.S. are over 50, he explained. About 84% of firearm deaths among older adults are suicides, with another 14% being homicides, including domestic violence.
Nearly 33% of people who die from firearm injuries in the U.S. are over 50, he explained. About 84% of firearm deaths among older adults are suicides, with another 14% being homicides, including domestic violence.
Want to “Age in Place” Someday? Take Action Now
4 key tips on how to successfully “age in place”
4 key tips on how to successfully “age in place”
Opinion: We’ll Be Healthier and Happier if We Adjust Our Thinking About Aging
Positive age beliefs predict better cognitive performance, and negative age beliefs predict worse cognitive performance.
Positive age beliefs predict better cognitive performance, and negative age beliefs predict worse cognitive performance.
Visiting Older Relatives? Help Spot and Fix Fall Risks
The pandemic may have increased risk or fear of falling; Take time during the holidays to help reduce it.
The pandemic may have increased risk or fear of falling; Take time during the holidays to help reduce it.
Many Older Americans Plan To Take Long Trips Soon, but May Alter Plans if COVID Spikes at Their Destination
One in four older adults said they plan to travel over the upcoming holiday season, from now to january.
One in four older adults said they plan to travel over the upcoming holiday season, from now to january.