2025 Article Archive

The Late-Onset Allergy Puzzle
Food allergies aren’t just a childhood issue. They can emerge later in life and often go undiagnosed in older adults. Learn why recognizing and managing food allergies in aging populations is becoming increasingly vital for geriatric care teams.
Shingles’ Psychological Impact
Shingles isn’t just a painful rash—it’s a serious illness that can affect one in three adults, especially as they age. Learn how this often-overlooked condition can impact older adults’ physical and mental health—and what providers need to know.
Data-Driven Elder Care
Predictive analytics is revolutionizing elder care, shifting it from reactive to proactive. By harnessing big data, providers can anticipate needs, personalize care plans, and improve outcomes, enhancing both clinical precision and quality of life for older adults.

Departments

Editor’s Note
Staying Cool and Collected

Clinical Matters
Breathe Easier

Fall Risk
Improving Patient Safety

Long Term Care
Aiding Wound Healing Success

Home Therapy
Heating Up or Cooling Down

Nutrition
Connecting the Neighborhood Through Food

Research Briefs

The Last Word
Aging and Heat Are a Dangerous Combination

Trained to Care
Many family caregivers step into their roles with little preparation, navigating complex tasks like medication management and fall prevention alone. With the rising number of aging adults, health care providers play a crucial role in equipping caregivers with the guidance and resources they need.
Veterans and Chronic Disabilities
Military veterans face a higher prevalence of chronic disabilities than civilians, often as a result of their service. Understanding these challenges and ensuring they receive proper care is crucial. Explore common health issues, treatment eligibility, and the support available.
Cognitive Function and Autoimmune Disorders
Sudden memory loss or confusion can be alarming, but could an autoimmune condition be the cause? Discover more about the potential links between the two.
Acute Kidney Injury in Older Adults
Acute kidney injury can develop rapidly, leading to life-threatening complications. Early detection and intervention are key, especially for older adults at a heightened risk. Learn how timely management can improve outcomes and reduce the chances of long-term kidney damage or chronic disease progression.

Editor’s Note
Remembering the Overlooked

Clinical Matters
Balancing the Minutes

Technology
Reshaping Elder Care

Nutrition
Probiotics’ Impact

Therapy
Managing Chronic Pain

The Last Word
Addressing the Loneliness Epidemic

Agitation in Alzheimer’s Disease
Agitation can negatively affect the health and well-being of Alzheimer’s patients and their caregivers if untreated. Health care professionals must be prepared to recognize, address, and manage agitation.
Navigating Prior Authorization
Automating prior authorization workflows can increase efficiency and reduce administrative workload.
Not Just a Skin Condition
Psoriasis is often thought of as a skin disease; however, the disease is a chronic proinflammatory autoimmune disease with wide-ranging effects, including on the cardiovascular system.
Identifying and Managing Fecal Incontinence
It’s crucial to increase fecal incontinence education for patients and health care professionals as it can enhance diagnosis, treatment, and the general quality of life for those who suffer from this sometimes stigmatized disorder.

Editor’s Note
New Year, New Beginnings

Cancer Research

Mental Health
Giving Older Adults the Tools to Face Depression

Aging in Place
Helping Patients Age at Home

Burnout
Paws for Relief

COVID’s Impacts
Enduring the Invisible Battle

Research Brief

Datebook

The Last Word
For the Future of Health Equity

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