We read with interest the study by Rahel Ernst et al in which they aimed to investigate whether there was a relationship between the total intake of drugs or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and kidney function. The authors found that...
Assisted living (AL) is an expanding site of end-of-life (EOL) care in the United States. Understanding determinants of quality of life (QoL) for AL residents near EOL is vital to optimize care for this growing population, most of whom have some...
Argentine tango (tango) is a partnered dance focused on walking and balance dynamics. Partners learn correct posture and the ability to use the floor as a walking aid. For example, a forward step is broken down into multiple aspects: weight shifting...
Healthcare in Canada has been described as inefficient, fragmented, and physician-centered.1 By providing computerized decision support systems (CDSS) to healthcare providers, improvements in quality of care, continuity of care, efficiency,...
Falls are associated with several negative outcomes. Early identification of those who are at risk of falling is of importance in geriatrics, and comprehensive geriatric assessment (CGA) seems to be promising in this regard. Therefore, the present...
Good oral hygiene has an impact on the overall health of residents in long-term care; however, significant improvement is needed in nursing homes. A “boots on the ground” project was developed that incorporates Mouth Care without a Battle, an...
The American Medical Association voted at its Interim Meeting of the House of Delegates in San Diego, CA, to establish a Cannabis Task Force to evaluate and disseminate relevant scientific evidence to health care facilities and the public. The vote...
In a full committee hearing entitled “Caring for Aging Americans,” the House Ways and Means Committee highlighted an urgent need and opportunity to deal with a rapidly aging population. Witnesses presented a wide variety of issues and solutions and...
