Brain Health
Understanding Memory Changes in Aging
Not all memory changes are the same. This article explains the difference between normal aging, mild cognitive impairment, and dementia — and what to do when you have concerns.
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Brief, plain-language pieces to help patients and families better understand common conditions, navigate important decisions, and know what to expect.
Palliative Care
What Palliative Care Really Is — and Is Not
One of the most misunderstood areas of medicine. Palliative care is not giving up, and it is not only for people who are dying. Here is what it actually means and who it helps.
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Managing Multiple Medications as You Age
Polypharmacy — the use of multiple medications — is one of the leading causes of preventable harm in older adults. What families and patients should know and ask about.
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After the Hospital: What Families Need to Know
Returning home after a hospitalization is one of the most vulnerable moments in an older adult's health journey. What changes to watch for and how to plan effectively.
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A Geriatrician's Guide to Brain Health Assessments
What happens during a cognitive evaluation, what it can and cannot tell you, and why getting an expert opinion early matters more than most people realize.
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