Geriatrics

SNAP Participation May Reduce Premature Deaths in the U.S.

Posted by Physicians Weekly | Nov 7, 2019 | HealthDay |

Among adults aged 40 to 64 years, reduction also seen in mortality from specific causes of death

Posted by Physicians Weekly | Nov 5, 2019 | HealthDay |

65 percent of those with leftover medication report keeping it, mainly in case of another infection

Posted by Physicians Weekly | Nov 4, 2019 | HealthDay |

Authors say benefit in functional outcomes might be seen with longer follow-up

Posted by Physicians Weekly | Nov 4, 2019 | HealthDay |

Dementia incidence 102 cases per 1,000 person-years for individuals aged 55 years or older

Posted by Physicians Weekly | Nov 4, 2019 | HealthDay |

CRC screening test should be selected based on discussion of benefits, harms, costs with patients