Medications

Gefapixant leads to modest improvements in cough

For adults with refractory or unexplained chronic cough, gefapixant leads to modest improvement in cough frequency, severity, and quality of life, according to a review published online Sept. 11 in the Journal of the American ...

Oncology & Cancer

Expert panel updates cancer and aging guidelines

In an effort to improve treatment outcomes and quality of life for older adults with cancer, researchers from City of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, and colleagues ...

Gerontology & Geriatrics

Older adults experiencing social isolation are more likely to smoke

Aging brings wisdom and experience; however, for some individuals getting older can also mean health challenges, loss of friends, and decreased mobility, leading to social isolation. Both the U.S. Surgeon General and the ...

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