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Mental and physical activity can boost cognitive function in elderly
Elders at risk for cognitive impairment can improve cognitive function with increased mental and physical activity, according to a study in the December issue of the Journals of Gerontology.
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Diclofenac sodium topical solution (Pennsaid): Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory topical solution approved for chronic management of knee osteoarthritis
New formulation: Diclofenac sodium topical solution (Pennsaid) was approved on November 5, 2009, to treat the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis of the knee.
Viewpoint: How to handle a death in the family and keep going
No one educates young physicians on how to tell your own family that someone is dying or how to balance your grief and sadness with your family's request for medical knowledge.
Mirror, mirror: Seniors can safely undergo cosmetic work
Health status, not age, should determine the appropriateness of cosmetic surgery.
Managing dry skin: Cold weather, low humidity among causes of xerosis in elderly
Older patients are encouraged to moisturize and avoid contributors to dry skin.
The root of it all: Geriatric patients face hair, scalp concerns.
Geriatric patients seek help most commonly for seborrheic dermatitis and postmenopausal itchy scalp.
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