Whether it's a widow or widower remaining on their own, a childless and single older adult who relishes independence or a rural resident embracing solitude, the term "solo ager" is used to describe ...

The goal of palliative care is to prevent and relieve suffering and improve the quality of life for those battling terminal illnesses.

Taking care of an aging loved one can be challenging, especially when their care needs exceed what you can reasonably manage. However, a geriatric care manager may be uniquely positioned to help ...

Data shows tackling frailty as a long-term condition from the outset can lead to a reduction in hospitalisation ...

The unit will have a geriatric clinic with regular dedicated outpatient department (OPD) services for the elderly and a 10-bed geriatric ward for in-patient care.

The number of geriatric clinics beds should be no less than 20 at tertiary hospitals and at least 10 at secondary hospitals.

As Virginia’s population of older adults rapidly grows, the number of medical professionals trained to care for them is falling dangerously short — especially in Central Virginia, which ...

Understanding how Alzheimer's disease is diagnosed can help patients, family members, and loved ones ensure they're getting a proper diagnosis. The process will likely involve several different ...

Geriatric and dementia care can be one of the most rewarding areas of medicine. However, understaffing issues are also widely reported, resulting in long waitlists and limited admissions at ...

The Value of Collaboration By working together, geriatric care managers and elder law attorneys can provide a holistic approach to aging-related legal and healthcare matters.

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 25: Geri Care Health Services, India's first integrated, geriatrician-led healthcare provider for senior citizens, has announced the launch of a first-of-its ...