SLEEP DISORDERS

At-Home Test for Alzheimer’s Disease 6/19/2008

Alzheimer's disease is a brain disorder that affects a person's ability to carry out daily activities.

TAGS: ALZHEIMER'S and DEMENTIA | DEPRESSION | BRAIN | DETERIORATION | AT-HOME TESTING

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Causes and Treatment of Dry Skin

Xerosis may result from a serious medical condition, but usually commonplace factors, such as the climate and bathing habits, are responsible.

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Scleroderma: Managing Systemic Sclerosis and Its Complications

The treatment of systemic sclerosis and its complications is complex and requires careful evaluation and collaboration between the pharmacist and other practitioners.

TAGS: DERMATOLOGY | AUTOIMMUNE DISORDERS

Helping Patients Quit Smoking With Nicotine Replacement Products

One reason why smoking can be so addictive is because nicotine stimulates dopamine transmission in the brain.

TAGS: OTC MEDICATIONS | CARDIOVASCULAR | RESPIRATORY DISORDERS

Acute Pancreatitis: Risks, Causes, and Mortality in Older Adults

In the elderly, acute pancreatitis is most commonly caused by gallstones, is more likely to be severe, and is associated with higher mortality.

TAGS: GERIATRICS | GASTROENTEROLOGY

Counseling Patients With Hemorrhoids

Many patients who initially seek relief through the use of nonprescription products will require referral to a physician.

TAGS: OTC MEDICATIONS | GASTROENTEROLOGY

DEPRESSION Mood Disorders Among Men and Women 11/19/2007 In the United States, one in four Americans either suffered from a mood disorder in his or her lifetime or currently suffers from one. TAGS: DEPRESSION \| MISCELLANEOUS \| DISABILITY \| MOOD DISORDER \| DYSTHYMIA Depression: Suicide's Primary Remediable Risk Factor 8/20/2007 In the United States, suicide ranks 11th among causes of death. TAGS: DEPRESSION \| GERIATRICS \| ANTIDEPRESSANT \| RISK FACTOR \| SUICIDE \| APPETITE Diseases Most Prevalent in Older Americans 6/19/2007 According to surveys by the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America, older Americans have high hopes of more drugs being available in the near future. TAGS: DEPRESSION \| GERIATRICS \| CARDIOVASCULAR \| DIABETES \| RESPIRATORY DISORDERS \| COPD \| BONE DISORDERS \| OSTEOPOROSIS \| PARKINSON DISEASE Medication and Alcohol Misuse Among Older Adults 6/19/2007 Prescription medication and alcohol misuse affect up to 17% of Americans ages 65 and older. TAGS: DEPRESSION \| GERIATRICS \| ADULT \| INTERACTION \| ALCOHOL ABUSE \| NONADHERENCE Loading... Advertisement Loading...
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At-Home Test for Alzheimer’s Disease 6/19/2008

DEPRESSION

Mood Disorders Among Men and Women 11/19/2007

Depression: Suicide's Primary Remediable Risk Factor 8/20/2007

Diseases Most Prevalent in Older Americans 6/19/2007

Medication and Alcohol Misuse Among Older Adults 6/19/2007