2026 February - 22 articles
Oral health in older adults is a critical component of overall well-being requiring integrated, interdisciplinary approaches to address its complex interplay of medical, functional, and psychosocial challenges. The aim of this is to examine strategie...
Background/Objectives: Acute heart failure (AHF) is a common cause of hospitalization in older adults, associated with high morbidity and mortality. In this population, frailty, comorbidity, and functional variability significantly influence prognosi...
Objectives: This study investigated the impact of age on the diagnostic accuracy and patient acceptance of two chewing efficiency tests: the digital Mini Dental Assessment (MDA) using carrots and the CHEW test by Slavicek using fruit gum, applied in...
Background/Objectives: To evaluate short-term postoperative outcomes in octogenarians undergoing robotic pancreaticoduodenectomy. Methods: In compliance with the PRISMA statement standards, a systematic review and random-effects meta-analysis was con...
Background: Susception to cardio–reno–metabolic disorders increases markedly with age; however, the dominant contributors to risk may differ across the adult life course. While metabolic abnormalities often predominate at younger ages, va...
Background/Objectives: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) in older adults is frequently accompanied by substantial medication burden, increasing risks of adverse drug events and poor adherence. The Planetary Health Diet Index (PHDI), emphasizing plant-base...
Background: Advancing age is frequently associated with balance impairment, increased fall risk, and psychological distress, which together contribute to loss of independence and reduced quality of life. Yoga, as a mind–body practice, has the p...
Background/Objectives: This pilot study aimed to evaluate the feasibility of applying the Beers criteria in the community pharmacy setting and aid pharmacists in identifying and emphasizing adverse effects from potentially inappropriate medications (...
Lung cancer is one of the most common malignant tumors and is associated with a high mortality rate, especially in aged patients. Immunotherapy is an effective method for treating lung cancer, particularly when used in combination with other treatmen...
Background: Late-onset depression (LOD) represents a distinct clinical and biological phenotype emerging in the context of global population ageing. This study aims to synthesize current evidence on the epidemiology, risk factors, mechanistic pathway...
Background: Ageing profoundly alters endocrine regulation and nutrient metabolism, predisposing older adults to thyroid dysfunction. Iodine, an essential micronutrient, lies at the center of this vulnerability due to its narrow physiological range an...
Background: This study examined whether adverse drug reaction (ADR)-related hospital admissions or adverse drug events (ADE) in primary care are associated with changes in health-related quality of life (HRQOL), functional decline, and A&E visits...
Background/Objectives: Postoperative Delirium (POD) is a frequent complication in older patients undergoing elective surgery. Although multicomponent interventions are effective, deficits in interdisciplinary communication and intersectoral collabora...
Background/Objectives: Current studies have shown that caregiving anxiety is associated with an individual’s dysfunctional thoughts. The aim of this study was to assess the mediating effect of caregivers’ forgiveness (benevolence, lack of...
The global population aged 65 and older is expected to double from 761 million in 2021 to 1.6 billion by 2050. Despite often being treated separately in clinical practice and policy, oral health and mental health are fundamentally interconnected in o...
Background: Sarcopenia is highly prevalent among hospitalized older adults and is associated with poor clinical outcomes. Multiple diagnostic criteria exist, but the comparative implications of different handgrip strength (HGS) thresholds and measure...
Background/Objectives: This study aimed to assess the impact of a physio-feedback exercise program (PEER) on the static balance of community-dwelling older adults. Methods: A clustered randomized controlled trial involving community-dwelling older ad...
Background: Depression in older adults is a multifactorial condition influenced by health status, functional capacity, and lifestyle factors. This study aimed to investigate the individual and combined associations of these factors with late-life dep...
Background/Objectives: The cardiometabolic index (CMI) is a simple anthropometric–metabolic indicator that has recently gained attention as a marker of cardiometabolic risk. This study compared the associations and predictive utility of CMI, bo...
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Background/Objectives: Ageism is a pervasive form of prejudice that undermines health, social participation, and intergenerational solidarity, yet validated research tools for measuring ageism are lacking in many countries. The Fraboni Scale of Ageis...
Background/Objectives: Apathy, characterized by diminished motivation and reduced engagement in goal-directed behavior, is a prevalent concern among older adults, particularly in rural communities where opportunities for meaningful engagement may be...
