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Geriatrics
How to support someone with dementia
Supporting someone with dementia can be challenging, but understanding the condition and providing practical and emotional help can make a significant difference in their quality of life. In this informative article, leading consultant physician in geriatric, stroke and general internal medicine Dr Arup Sen provides strategies to consider when caring for someone with dementia.
By Dr Andrew Coutinho
15.08.24
Geriatrics
Understanding geriatric nephrology
Here to explain more about geriatric nephrology is esteemed consultant nephrologist, Mr Andrew Coutinho.
By Dr Frederick Boyle
12.07.24
Geriatrics
What are the symptoms of a transient ischemic attack?
In this article here, esteemed consultant in geriatric, stroke, and general medicine, Dr Frederick Boyle, discusses transient ischemic attacks at length.
By Dr Dhanupriya Sivapathasuntharam
11.07.24
Geriatrics
Perioperative care of older adults
The perioperative care of older adults requires special considerations to address their unique physiological and psychological needs. As people age, they often develop comorbidities and functional limitations that can complicate surgical procedures and recovery. Understanding the principles of perioperative care for older patients can help ensure better outcomes and reduce the risk of complications. Here to tell us all about it is highly respected consultant physician and geriatrician Dr Dhanupriya Sivapathasuntharam.
By Dr Maria Corretge
29.04.24
Geriatrics
Exploring healthy ageing: A personal journey
Healthy ageing is a deeply personal journey, marked by vitality, purpose, and well-being. From nutrition to medical care, its essence is woven throughout life's stages. It matters because it embodies the pursuit of fulfilment and potential. Guiding this journey are geriatric specialists, offering personalised care to navigate the path ahead. In her latest online article, Dr Maria Corretge explores the essence of healthy ageing and embraces its boundless possibilities.
By Dr Matthew Burn
23.04.24
Geriatrics
Understanding stroke prevention: Five lifestyle habits to lower your risk
In his latest online article, renowned consultant geriatrician Dr Matthew Burn draws from his vast expertise in the treatment of stroke to offer five lifestyle habits that can lower your risk.
By Dr Arup Sen
24.01.24
Geriatrics
Demystifying strokes: Understanding, recognising, and preventing
Strokes are a critical medical condition that can affect anyone, regardless of age or gender. In his latest online article, leading consultant physician in stroke, geriatric and general internal medicine Dr Arup Sen explains what causes a stroke, how to recognise the warning signs, how to identify potential triggers, and tells us about prevention measures that can be vital for your overall health and well-being.
By Dr Mashkur Khan
29.03.23
Geriatrics
In recent years there have been several developments in dementia care. Aducanumab and lercanimab are two new drugs which are part of a new groups of drugs which can reverse the progress of dementia. Cardiac care has also progressed enormously. Just thirty or forty years ago, dying from heart disease was common but nowadays, blood pressure control and statins have significantly improved cardiac problems. In recent years there have been several developments in dementia care. Aducanumab and lercanimab are two new drugs which are part of a new groups of drugs which can reverse the progress of dementia. Cardiac care has also progressed enormously. Just thirty or forty years ago, dying from heart disease was common but nowadays, blood pressure control and statins have significantly improved cardiac problems.
By Dr Maria Corretge
23.02.23
Geriatrics
What are the causes of fatigue in older adults?
While it’s common to experience tiredness in old age, ongoing or severe fatigue can indicate an underlying health issue that needs to be evaluated and monitored carefully by a specialist and a care team. Here to provide an expert insight into fatigue in elderly adults, including causes, signs, and management, is Dr Maria Corretge, renowned consultant geriatrician and general physician with specialism in chronic fatigue and healthy ageing.
By Dr Tarun Solanki
01.12.21
Geriatrics
Geriatricians and the value of personalised care
Older people are commonly prescribed more than one type of medication to treat conditions brought on by ageing. The combination of different medicines in the body can have negative side effects for patients and therefore seeking out specialised geriatric care can be of huge benefit to older people. In this article, highly esteemed consultant physician in general and geriatric medicine, Dr Tarun Solanki expertly outlines the valuable role of geriatricians in tailoring care for older patients.
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