Older men are missing out on routine osteoporosis tests

Are you surprised that men do not have bone density tests routinely? While all major health organizations recommend osteoporosis screening for women over 65, there are no consistent guidelines for screening older men. A new study presented at ACR Convergence (The American College Rheumatology’s annual meeting) highlighted this problem. Even after significant fractures, treatment rates …

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Reducing Fall Injuries with Fall Mats

Fall could happen even after we have used various measures to prevent it. It is particularly difficult to avoid among the oldest older adults and those who are physically frail or have a number of underlying health problems. Falls are common events among nursing home residents with dementia or confusion (may be affected by medication) …

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