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For Older Adults with Heart Failure: Can Taking Too Many Medications Reduce...
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary As we age, we tend to develop a number of chronic health conditions and concerns. Often, managing health problems can mean that older adults...
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For Older Women, Taking High Blood Pressure Medication May Not Raise Risk for...
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary High blood pressure (also known as hypertension) is the medical term for when the force of blood against your blood vessel walls is too high....
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Learning about the Impact of Multiple Symptoms in Older Adults
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary “Symptoms” is the medical term for any sign of a health problem, even if that sign doesn’t help your healthcare provider diagnose a specific...
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New Wisdom about High Cholesterol Treatment for Adults Aged 80 and Older
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary Experts know that in adults younger than 65, having high cholesterol levels in your blood can raise your risk for heart attacks and strokes....
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Depression Increases Risk of Death in Older Adults
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary As we age, we become more likely to experience symptoms of depression. Research shows that depression’s symptoms can be linked to a higher...
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AGS Releases New Action Steps to Guide Care for Older Adults with Multiple...
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary Caring for older adults with multiple chronic conditions can create challenging situations. For example, some treatments may be harmful to...
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Caring for an Older Adult with Cancer Comes with Emotional Challenges for...
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary The number of informal caregivers who look after older adults with cancer is on the rise. Caregivers could be relatives, partners, or even...
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Acetaminophen Safe for Most Older Adults—But May Increase Stroke Risk for...
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary Acetaminophen (otherwise known by brand names such as Tylenol) is one of the most widely used pain relievers. Almost 60 years of widespread...
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Older Adults with Blood Cancers: How They Fare
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary Although the majority of patients who have blood cancers are older adults, they make up only a small percentage of participants in the...
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Exercise Improves Anxiety and Mood in Older Adults Undergoing Chemotherapy
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary Although we know that exercise improves anxiety and mood problems in younger people with cancer, few studies have looked at the effects of...
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How Do Older Adults Fare After Hip Fracture?
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary Hip fractures in older adults can be extremely serious, and often result in chronic illness, death, and increased health care costs. Experts...
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Slower Walking Speed May Predict Future Mobility Problems
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary Being able to walk outside for several blocks at a leisurely pace plays an important role in living a vibrant, healthy life. Walking short...
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High Blood Pressure Treatment and Nursing Home Residents
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary Although 27 percent of all older adults who live in nursing homes in this country have both high blood pressure and dementia, we don’t have...
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Data from New Study Supports What Logic Already Says: Being Physically Active...
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary For older adults, being physically active is an important part of overall good health. In fact, experts say that nine percent of all...
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Care at Home Lessens Risk of Hospital Re-Admission within 30 Days Following...
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary Older adults who are recovering from heart failure often leave the hospital to stay at rehabilitation facilities (also called skilled nursing...
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Can Home-Based Physical Therapy Benefit Older Adults with Dementia?
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society Research Summary Dementia is the leading cause of disability for more than 5 million people aged 65 and older in this country. By 2050, that number is...
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Five Things to Know Right Now About Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19)
You may have heard a lot recently about “coronavirus” or COVID-19, the virus responsible for a current global outbreak. Scientists and health experts are still learning more, but here are five things...
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How to Practice Social Distancing
Headlines and news reports are devoted to covering coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). It’s easy to become overwhelmed and frightened, especially if you’re an older adult or have a chronic medical...
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12 Ways to Ease Isolation While You’re Practicing Social Distancing
To avoid the coronavirus, public health experts are advising people of all ages to stay home and practice social distancing as much as possible. This is particularly true for older adults and those...
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Coping with COVID-19: Managing Stress and Anxiety
It’s hard to escape news updates about coronavirus disease (COVID-19). The constant headlines may make some people anxious. In particular, older adults, people with chronic health conditions, and...
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