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March 28, 2024

Understanding Elder Abuse: A Guide for Healthcare Professionals

In today’s society, the issue of elder abuse is not only prevalent but also deeply concerning. Elder abuse, unfortunately, is more common than many realize. Statistics indicate that approximately 1 in 6 elderly individuals has been subjected to some form of abuse in the past year alone. This staggering prevalence underscores the urgent need for…

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November 12, 2013

Johns Hopkins research may improve early detection of dementia

Using scores obtained from cognitive tests, Johns Hopkins researchers think they have developed a model that could help determine whether memory loss in older adults is benign or a stop on the way to Alzheimer’s disease. The risk of developing dementia increases markedly when a person is diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment, a noticeable and…

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January 11, 2013

Paradox of aging: The older we get, the better we feel?

Paradox of aging: The older we get, the better we feel?: Presently, there are about 40 million Americans over the age of 65, with the fastest-growing segment of the population over 80 years old. Traditionally, aging has been viewed as a period of progressive decline in physical, cognitive and psychosocial functioning, and aging is viewed…

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