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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

Modern care in 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.

A woman who may be suffering from delirium due to Covid-19

By Dr Prashanth Reddy
08.06.21
Geriatrics

COVID-19: is delirium a symptom of coronavirus?

We spoke to one of our highly-acclaimed consultants in geriatric and general medicine, Dr Prashanth Reddy, about the link between coronavirus and delirium.

Younger woman with her arm around and talking to an elderly woman

By Dr Tarun Solanki
24.07.20
Geriatrics

Geriatric care: managing faints, falls and funny turns

Around 30% of people over the age of 60 are expected to experience a significant fall in one year and as they get older, this increases to 40%. Falls and funny turns can not only lead to serious physical injury but can also leave a devastating psychological impact on the person. Dr Tarun Solanki, a top consultant physician in general and geriatric medicine, explains more.

Someone holding the hands of an elderly woman

By Dr Tarun Solanki
16.07.20
Geriatrics

Older patients are experiencing unusual COVID-19 symptoms: are these being overlooked?

According to studies, less than 30% of elderly patients with COVID-19 are actually presenting with symptoms such as coughing, breathing problems and fever. Instead, these patients are experiencing some very different symptoms which healthcare professionals aren't identifying as a coronavirus infection. Dr Tarun Solanki explains what these symptoms are and the consequences it can have on all of us if they are not properly recognised.

By Dr Prashanth Reddy
08.04.20
Geriatrics

Dystonia: causes, symptoms and treatment

If you have uncontrolled and sometimes painful muscle movements, it may be a case of dystonia. It’s usually a lifelong problem, but treatment can help relieve the symptoms. Dr Prashanth Reddy is a leading consultant geriatrician and general physician who spoke to us recently to discuss some of the treatment options available.

A close up of an elderly man's hands on the top of his walking stick. Many patients with Parkinson's disease require a walking aid for stability.

By Dr Prashanth Reddy
03.02.20
Geriatrics

The subtle signs of Parkinson's disease

Parkinson's disease has some easy to spot symptoms such as tremors and balance issues, but what are the more subtle signs that are harder to notice? Dr Prashanth Reddy explains all about the symptoms and testing involved in the diagnosis of Parkinson's in this article.

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