JAMA Network Open’s Post

In this week’s 5-minute health news segment: the impact of non-pharmacological practices to mitigate depression, and study results showing increased dementia risk with early termination of metformin.   Watch here: https://lnkd.in/edKPbrVU Listen here: https://lnkd.in/eVP6WHcE

🔍 New Study Alert: Opioid Risks and Dementia! A recent study highlights alarming risks when it comes to new opioid use and dementia. Stay informed for safer healthcare decisions. #DrugSafety #MedicationSafety #HealthAlert #DementiaAwareness #OpioidSafety #OpioidRisk 

Impact of Chronic Kidney Disease on Older People Tuesday 20 June 2023, 7:00pm-8:30pm Do you know what normal kidney decline is, and the cognitive implications of chronic kidney disease (CKD)? CKD becomes more common as we age, affecting around 4 out of 10 adults aged over 75. Health Professionals, tune in for this case-based activity, as GP Consultant, Dr Chris Bollen explores with you the relationship of kidney function to ageing, the role that CKD plays in the decline of cognition and the clinical management of older people living with the disease. https://bit.ly/3qn4dUs #kidneyhealth #kidneydisease #kidney 

Did you know that depression affects up to 20% of seniors worldwide? Click on the link below to learn how to identify, treat and support depression in senior patients. 👇 https://ow.ly/WO0Z30sAr29 #PrimaryCare #TransformativeCare

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease is a rare, rapidly worsening brain disorder that causes unique changes in brain tissue and affects muscle coordination thinking, and memory. The two main symptoms of CJD are: Severe mental deterioration and dementia. Looking for expert #medicalbillers, visit http://icarebilling.com #healthcare #US #Medical #MedicalBilling #RCM #PracticeManagement #patientcare #EHR #MedicalBillingBlog #Research #billing #software #hospitals #provider #medical #medicare #MedStudents #Chicago #IL #Illinois #USA #iCareBilling