2025 Article Archive

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.

Departments

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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