Definitions of a disease typically revolve around finding a pathological process in a part of the body that produces an identifiable combination of symptoms and signs. Which parts of this are true for NPH?
Despite significant advances in diagnosis and management, coronary artery disease remains a significant worldwide cause of morbidity and mortality, particularly in older adults, with a steep increase in mortality in those aged ≥70 years old.
The Older Person Whisperer's series of comic presentations on the life of a geriatrician
Ignoring older patients’ potential for personal growth could be a form of ageism, according to Prof John Gladman. “People can still have personal growth independent of the negatives of physical decline and social loss and we should be asking ourselves how we can encourage that.
By the time someone with dementia moves into a care home, they may already be experiencing significant weight loss and other nutrition-related problems. This may trigger further physical and mental deterioration.
Christine McAlpine, reporting on activites of BGS Scotland to the Board of Trustees. Responsibility for the NHS in Scotland is a devolved matter and rests with the Scottish Government.
John’s Campaign advocates for the removal of all restrictions on family carers supporting their relatives in hospital and a positive attitude of welcome and collaboration throughout the health and care system.
Patient and public involvement (PPI) has become a mandatory requirement of many research grants. This guide explores the implications and explains how to integrate public involvement in your research proposal and project.
Recruiting older people to take part in clinical trials can be difficult. The cohort multiple randomised controlled trial model may help you get more participants.
Surprising numbers of research projects come to an end without any results. Practical steps you can take to manage your time and keep your research project on schedule.
When taking time out of programme (or OOP), it's important to maintain clinical skills and knowledge when medical practice is constantly evolving.
Comprehensive Local Research Networks (CLRNs) work locally to assist research in their area. Using them may assist you in your research project.
Read our international journal publishing refereed original articles and commissioned reviews on geriatric medicine and gerontology