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The ACIP’s recent recommendations on RSV vaccines for adults aged 60 and above emphasize shared clinical decision-making. Ensure you’re informed to best guide your patients’ choices.

A recent Danish cohort study reveals that older adults (≥75 years) may experience a more pronounced LDL-C reduction with low- to moderate-intensity statins than their younger counterparts. This finding emphasizes the need to consider age when prescribing statin therapy.

Dr. Marc Agronin discusses the evolving landscape of telepsychiatry, emphasizing its potential and challenges, especially for the elderly.

The SAGE-AF study provides valuable insights into the cost-reducing behaviors among older adults with atrial fibrillation, highlighting the need for targeted interventions, especially for those with cognitive impairments. Explore the study to understand how these behaviors are shaping medication management in this vulnerable population.

Explore this comprehensive study examining the cognitive effects of the MIND diet in older adults with a predisposition to dementia, highlighting the need for more targeted interventions in dietary habits and cognitive health.