Older people are more vulnerable in heat waves. Here's why—and how to stay safe
Southeast Australia is enduring a record-breaking heat wave, with temperatures rising above 40ºC in many areas.
Jan 8, 2026
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Pharmacologic Actions: News and Research on Cholinergic Agents
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Higher anticholinergic use linked to faster decline in mobility and strength
Kaiser Permanente Washington scientists report that higher cumulative anticholinergic exposure predicted a faster decline in gait speed and grip strength among older adults.
Too many medicines, too many hospital visits: Study highlights hidden risk for older adults
Inappropriate polypharmacy—the excessive or unnecessary use of multiple medications—is a major driver of emergency hospital admissions among adults aged 65 and over, according to a new study from the University of Bath ...
Jul 3, 2025
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Critical brain link could explain how Alzheimer's takes hold
A crucial link between the brain's cleaning system and deterioration of neurons associated with Alzheimer's disease has been discovered by University of Queensland researchers.
Jun 25, 2025
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Tempted to turn on the AC? Science says use fans until it's 27°C
Many Australians struggle to keep themselves cool affordably and effectively, particularly with rising electricity prices. This is becoming a major health concern, especially for our most vulnerable people such as the elderly, ...
Apr 29, 2025
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Discontinuing cholinesterase when starting memantine not tied to institutionalization care
Discontinuing cholinesterase inhibitors upon memantine initiation is not associated with an increased risk for long-term care institutionalization among older adults with dementia, according to a study published online Nov. ...
Dec 2, 2024
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Study reveals regional differences in dementia drug use in nursing homes
Variations in the use of antidementia and antipsychotic drugs for nursing home residents with dementia across the United States suggest a need for better guidance for health care practitioners, patients and families, according ...
Oct 3, 2024
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Alzheimer's disease: Viagra is seen as a potential treatment, but the research shows contradictory findings
A recent study reported that sildenafil, sold under the brand name Viagra, and other medicines from the same group called phosphodiesterase type-5 inhibitors may reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease. But other research ...
Feb 21, 2024
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Deprescribing efforts failing dementia patients, study finds
Researchers led by the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, have examined how a dementia diagnosis impacts medication use patterns in older adults.
Cholinesterase inhibitors found to help Alzheimer's patients preserve kidney function
Researchers from the Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society (Eriksdotter group) in collaboration with the Departments of MEB (Carrero group) and Clintec (Bruchfeld group) at KI have recently had their study ...
Dec 5, 2022
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