Popular drugs used for heart burn and GERD (gastroesophageal reflux) are proven to increase the risk of a fracture, whether it be hip, wrist or spine, in findings from various stud[...]
It is well established that memory health drugs, which includes Aricept, Exelon and Razadyne (galantamine), are each a major risk factor for developing urinary incontinence. The li[...]
MJ was encouraged to take a statin for his high cholesterol since he has diabetes which adds to the risk of cardiovascular disease, such as stroke or heart attack. But while taking[...]
Drug inflation has far outpaced the national inflation rate for several years with some drug prices increasing over 15% in a given year. Combined with increased utilization of newe[...]
Bone health drugs such as Fosamax, Boniva, Actonel and Reclast are proven to reduce the risk of hip fractures, one of the most life-altering events an older adult can experience. H[...]
November is National Diabetes Awareness Month and marks an important time in the lives of older adults since the risk and incidence of diabetes increases with age. Diabetes is more[...]
This article helps answer the age-old question of “What supplements do I take if I am an older adult?” As we age we may need more of certain nutrients that may not be a[...]
FALLS: ONE OF THE MOST COMMON GERIATRIC SYNDROMES A fall is a sign that something else is going on and it may be more than stumbling on the throw rug. For this reason alone, if you[...]
Medications are the most efficient form of health care we have available to prevent, manage and treat disease. They make up only 10 % of health care expenditures yet improve qualit[...]
The use of timolol eye drops in people with glaucoma is the leading risk factor for falling. PB had her timolol changed to another drug and her balance improved within 3 days and s[...]
