America is aging.Falls are the leading cause of death and injury among older adults in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), one out of four adults 65 and older will fall annually in the U.S. The CDC encourages healthcare providers (HCPs) to utilize the Stopping Elderly Accidents, Deaths, & Injuries (STEADI) initiative in their practices.  A 2019 outcome evaluation found that the STEADI program effectively reduced … [Read more...]
Dementia, Depression, and Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
From wrinkles to graying hair, no part of the body escapes the aging process.From wrinkles to graying hair, no part of the body escapes the aging process. While the mind is no exception, there is a critical difference between the normal cognitive effects of aging and more serious cognitive decline, including depression, delirium, and dementia.Geriatric depressionAccording to the CDC, estimates of depression in older adults requiring home healthcare or … [Read more...]