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Music Therapy Helps Those with Dementia
Posted by Joanne Stewart, BS in Clinical Care
Various benefits from music therapy have been recognized in the treatment of dementia and other health conditions.
Viral Competition: COVID-19 vs. Influenza
Posted by Michelle Trout, MPH in Clinical Care
Theories on decreased flu season for 2020-21 season. Viral Competition?
Cannabidiol Down the Hall: How One Nursing Home is Making it Work
Posted by Peter Radlowski, MS, ACRP-CP in Clinical Care
Medical cannabis is increasingly accepted as a treatment option for chronic conditions in nursing homes. Overcoming barriers and implementing a nursing home option can be challenging.
New hypertension guidelines and clinical decision making
Posted by H. Edward Davidson, PharmD, MPH in Clinical Care
New hypertension guidelines and AAFP decision leave difficult clinical decisions for older adults.
Which medicines to stop in people with dementia
Posted in Clinical Care
There are some questions over which medications to stop in older adults with dementia. Inappropriate medications in someone with dementia include medicines which: are unlikely to provide benefit, may cause harm, add unnecessary complexity to daily care routines, and/or waste valuable time and money.