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Penn State research published in the journal Demography suggests that Americans born in 2019 will spend a larger share of their lifetime taking prescription drugs than being married or receiving education. Jessica Ho, associate professor of sociology and demography at Penn State reports that American males will spend around 48% of their lives and females …
As people age, the need for medications to treat various health issues increases significantly. However, medication safety and effectiveness are of utmost importance for seniors in particular. The role of primary care physicians is crucial in ensuring that older individuals receive safe and effective treatment. This article explores the importance of medication use in seniors …
An analysis found that almost 14% of older adults with dementia had long-term prescriptions for three or more medications that affect the nervous system. Such drug combinations can raise the risk of dangerous side effects, and in some cases hasten cognitive decline. The hallmark of dementia is loss of memory and other cognitive abilities. People …
If you are currently taking medication for allergies, anxiety, pain, contraception, acid reflux, or blood pressure it may have depression or suicidal thoughts listed as a possible side effect, and those possible side effects may occur more often than was thought, as published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Using data collected from …