Related Content

Subclinical Hypothyroidism

This condition is an independent risk factor for atherosclerosis and myocardial infarction in elderly women.


Caring for the Aging: Key Health Care Legislation

Various resources can assist pharmacists in honing the skills necessary to serve American seniors with quality care.


Venous Thrombosis: Pathogenesis and Potential for Embolism

With advancing age greater than 60 years a known risk, deep vein thrombosis is the primary cause of pulmonary embolism.

Contrast-Induced Nephropathy

Visualizing organs of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, such as the liver and gallbladder, and detecting cysts, abscesses, tumors, and obstructions can be achieved through radiographic imaging.

Antipsychotics in Seniors

The FDA has determined new data provide evidence concluding the conventional antipsychotic agents share the increased risk of death in elderly patients with dementia-related psychosis that has been documented with the atypical antipsychotics.

SEX

Sexual Activity and STDs Among Seniors 8/19/2008

S exually transmitted diseases (STDs) ( TABLE 1 ) can be contracted later in life--a fact too often overlooked by seniors and health care providers alike.

Dangers of Sexual Enhancement Supplements 8/20/2007

According to the National Institute for Aging, quackery is at an all-time high.

Sex and the Senior Citizen 8/20/2007

Sexuality and sexual function are important indicators of quality of life in all stages of adulthood.

Aging and Sexuality 6/19/2007

The term sexuality has many definitions.

Advertisement