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Deciphering the Link Between Postoperative Delirium, Rehospitalization, and Cognitive Decline in Older Adults

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Deciphering the Link Between Postoperative Delirium, Rehospitalization, and Cognitive Decline in Older Adults

By MedXY|Aug 10, 2026

This study investigates whether recurrent hospitalizations mediate the association of postoperative delirium with long-term cognitive decline in seniors after major surgery, finding that rehospitalization does not significantly affect this

High-Intensity Resistance Training Improves Lower Limb Strength More Than Low-Moderate Intensity in Older Adults

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High-Intensity Resistance Training Improves Lower Limb Strength More Than Low-Moderate Intensity in Older Adults

By MedXY|Jul 26, 2026

A systematic review and meta-analysis of 18 RCTs found that high-intensity resistance training significantly improved leg press and extension strength in adults aged 50+ compared to low-moderate intensity, with similar effects on bone density and no significant difference in fall incidence or adverse events.

Predicting Opioid Use Disorder and Overdose Risk in Older Adults: Evaluating Prognostic Models

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Predicting Opioid Use Disorder and Overdose Risk in Older Adults: Evaluating Prognostic Models

By MedXY|Jul 21, 2026

This study develops and compares predictive models incorporating claims and patient-reported data to forecast time to first opioid use disorder (OUD) or overdose (OD) among older adults with chronic pain on opioids, identifying key risk fac

Real-world Effectiveness of Adjuvanted RSVPreF3 Vaccine in Preventing RSV-Related Hospitalization Among US Adults Aged ≥60 Years: A Comprehensive Review

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Real-world Effectiveness of Adjuvanted RSVPreF3 Vaccine in Preventing RSV-Related Hospitalization Among US Adults Aged ≥60 Years: A Comprehensive Review

By MedXY|Jul 20, 2026

This review synthesizes current evidence on the effectiveness of adjuvanted RSVPreF3 vaccination in reducing RSV-related hospitalizations among older US adults, highlighting substantial protection across high-risk subgroups.

Polypharmacy Challenges in Older Adults with Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease: Navigating Care in a High-Risk Population

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Polypharmacy Challenges in Older Adults with Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease: Navigating Care in a High-Risk Population

By MedXY|Jul 17, 2026

Older adults with MASLD, especially those aged 75 and above, experience a high burden of polypharmacy linked to multimorbidity, necessitating careful medication management to balance disease control and geriatric vulnerabilities.

Unveiling the Burden of Valvular Heart Disease Among Older Americans: Insights from the PREVUE-VALVE Study

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Unveiling the Burden of Valvular Heart Disease Among Older Americans: Insights from the PREVUE-VALVE Study

By MedXY|Jun 26, 2026

The PREVUE-VALVE study reveals a significant prevalence of moderate or greater valvular heart disease among U.S. adults aged 65-85, highlighting substantial public health implications and the value of decentralized echocardiographic screeni

Can Prehabilitation Reduce Complications After Spinal Fusion in Older Adults? What a New Randomized Trial Suggests

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Can Prehabilitation Reduce Complications After Spinal Fusion in Older Adults? What a New Randomized Trial Suggests

By MedXY|Jun 19, 2026

A multicenter randomized trial found that 4-week multimodal prehabilitation added to ERAS reduced 90-day complications after spinal fusion in adults aged 75 years or older.

Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation After 70: Japanese Registry Data Define Who May Benefit Most

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Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation After 70: Japanese Registry Data Define Who May Benefit Most

By MedXY|Jun 19, 2026

A Japanese registry study of 929 patients aged 70+ identified six predictors of worse survival after allo-HSCT and created a simple score that sharply stratified 2-year overall survival from 57.1% to 2.5%.

Low-Level Airborne Particulate Matter and Risk of Hypertension Hospitalization in Older U.S. Adults

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Low-Level Airborne Particulate Matter and Risk of Hypertension Hospitalization in Older U.S. Adults

By MedXY|Jun 10, 2026

A large U.S. study found that even PM2.5 levels below current federal standards were linked to higher hypertension hospitalization risk in older adults, especially among women and some regional and socioeconomic groups.

Low-Level Airborne Particulate Matter and Risk of Hypertension Hospitalization in Older U.S. Adults

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Low-Level Airborne Particulate Matter and Risk of Hypertension Hospitalization in Older U.S. Adults

By MedXY|Jun 10, 2026

Among more than 26 million older U.S. adults, even PM2.5 levels below current standards were linked to higher hypertension hospitalization risk, suggesting no clearly safe low-exposure threshold.

One in Six Older Emergency Department Patients Has Delirium: New Multisite Data Highlight Missed Risk, Mixed Management, and Higher Hospital Use

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One in Six Older Emergency Department Patients Has Delirium: New Multisite Data Highlight Missed Risk, Mixed Management, and Higher Hospital Use

By MedXY|Jun 4, 2026

A large multisite cohort found delirium in 16% of older adults in the emergency department, including nearly 8% of those discharged, with strong links to dementia, acuity, hospitalization, and 30-day readmission.

One in Six Older Adults Presenting to the Emergency Department Had Delirium, With Higher Admission and 30-Day Readmission Risk

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One in Six Older Adults Presenting to the Emergency Department Had Delirium, With Higher Admission and 30-Day Readmission Risk

By MedXY|Jun 4, 2026

A large multi-site cohort found delirium in 16% of older ED patients, including many discharged home, and linked it to higher admission and 30-day readmission, underscoring the need for standardized screening and supportive care.

A Clinically Relevant Threshold of Impaired Contrast Sensitivity Among Older US Adults

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A Clinically Relevant Threshold of Impaired Contrast Sensitivity Among Older US Adults

By MedXY|Jun 4, 2026

A large U.S. study found that a contrast sensitivity score of 1.60 logCS marks the point where older adults are more likely to experience everyday vision disability, even when standard visual acuity may seem acceptable.

Cerebral “Dirty-Appearing” White Matter and Its Link to Cognitive Decline and Dementia Risk

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Cerebral “Dirty-Appearing” White Matter and Its Link to Cognitive Decline and Dementia Risk

By MedXY|May 13, 2026

In older adults with limited small vessel disease, “dirty-appearing” white matter on MRI was not linked to baseline cognition, cognitive decline, or dementia risk, unlike conventional white matter hyperintensities.

Rates of Systemic Treatment for Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Among Older Adults

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Rates of Systemic Treatment for Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Among Older Adults

By MedXY|May 12, 2026

A population-based study of older adults with metastatic NSCLC found that fewer than half received systemic treatment, with only slight improvement over time. Oncology referral and biomarker testing were strongly linked to treatment, while

Systemic Treatment Remains Underused in Older Adults With Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

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Systemic Treatment Remains Underused in Older Adults With Metastatic Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

By MedXY|May 12, 2026

A large SEER-Medicare study found that fewer than half of older adults with metastatic NSCLC received systemic therapy, with only modest improvement from 2006 to 2021. Specialist referral and biomarker testing were strongly linked to treatm

Coronary Revascularization in Older Adults: Key Recommendations from the 2025 AHA Scientific Statement

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Coronary Revascularization in Older Adults: Key Recommendations from the 2025 AHA Scientific Statement

By MedXY|Dec 25, 2025

The 2025 AHA scientific statement provides practical, patient-centered guidance for coronary revascularization in older adults, emphasizing geriatric assessment, individualized strategy selection, and shared decision-making.

Stepping Down Antihypertensives in Frail Nursing-Home Residents Did Not Reduce Mortality: Results from the RETREAT-FRAIL Trial

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Stepping Down Antihypertensives in Frail Nursing-Home Residents Did Not Reduce Mortality: Results from the RETREAT-FRAIL Trial

By MedXY|Dec 6, 2025

In the RETREAT-FRAIL randomized trial of nursing-home residents ≥80 years with systolic BP <130 mm Hg, a protocolized step-down of antihypertensive drugs reduced medication burden and raised systolic BP modestly but did not change all-ca

Geographic Clusters of Late-Life Epilepsy in US Medicare: Sleep and Mobility as Key Contextual Drivers

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Geographic Clusters of Late-Life Epilepsy in US Medicare: Sleep and Mobility as Key Contextual Drivers

By MedXY|Nov 25, 2025

A Medicare cohort study mapped incident epilepsy among older adults across the contiguous US and linked high-incidence areas to social and environmental determinants—most strongly insufficient sleep and lack of household vehicle access—sugg

Bivalent RSV pre‑F Vaccine Dramatically Reduces RSV‑Associated Hospitalisations and Chronic‑Disease Exacerbations in Adults Aged 75–79 Years

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Bivalent RSV pre‑F Vaccine Dramatically Reduces RSV‑Associated Hospitalisations and Chronic‑Disease Exacerbations in Adults Aged 75–79 Years

By MedXY|Nov 24, 2025

In a multicentre test‑negative study of 1006 adults aged 75–79 in England, a bivalent RSV pre‑F vaccine reduced RSV‑associated hospitalisation by 82% overall and protected against severe disease and exacerbations of chronic heart and lung d

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