Elderly
4 stories
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healthLevetiracetam Shows Promise for Seizure Prevention in Elderly TBI Patients
New study suggests levetiracetam may be well-tolerated for seizure prophylaxis in patients over 80 after severe traumatic brain injury.
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healthHappiness is Not a Goal: Insights from Psychology and Wisdom of the Elderly
Discover why actively chasing happiness can backfire and how older adults achieve contentment by shifting focus and embracing presence, a lesson psychology now confirms.
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healthRetirement Solitude: Recovery, Not Loneliness
For retirees, solitude offers a chance for recovery from years of constant service, not loneliness.
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healthElderly CT Scans Surge, Prompting Radiation Exposure Concerns
A single hospital study reveals a significant rise in CT scans for older adults, highlighting growing concerns over cumulative radiation exposure and the need for careful imaging strategies.