Related Articles Insights Nursing Homes Are Ground Zero for COVID-19 Pandemic Michael L. Barnett, MD, MS; David C. Grabowski, PhD JAMA Health Forum Heightened risks of the novel coronavirus for older adults have been apparent from the earliest days of the pandemic.1 Those risks translated to...
Older adults with poorer cognitive functioning and stronger cognitive decline are at risk for having low health literacy, which can affect their abilities to promote health and self-manage disease. Low health literacy and declining cognitive functioning might be a barrier for person-centered care, ...
This included HCWs who provided care specifically for older adults in these settings, members of the geriatric team, and HCWs who worked within the ED and were part of screening processes in triage and as part of the general assessment of older adults who attended these settings. This sampling ...
Older adults are disproportionately affected by gum disease, oral cancer, untreated tooth decay, and edentulism. Poor oral health in this population can negatively impact activities of daily living, contributing to frailty and decreased quality of life. This collection aims to collate research exploring...
The literature shows that social support is an important factor influencing health behaviors. This study aimed to explore the relationships and intrinsic pathways of social support, loneliness, economic income, and health behaviors among older adults dur
The purpose of this systematic literature review was to describe the empirical findings on health literacy in adults 65 and older. A systematic search for research studies from 1999 to early 2010 was conducted in MEDLINE and CINAHL databases. Articles were analyzed using the following foci: skills...
For older adults, the impact of perceived ease of use on attitudes is equally important. Therefore, we propose the following hypotheses: H1b: Perceived ease of use has a positive influence on trust. H2b: Perceived usefulness has a positive influence on trust. Medical presence Social presence is...
older adults with chronic diseases are therefore at greater risk and more likely to die fromCOVID-19infection. It is important that middle aged and older adults take greater responsibility for their health. Prevention is best but with early detection, rapid treatment and ongoing management, these ...
Overall, patients were extremely satisfied with the health coach experience, felt better prepared for surgery, and would recommend the program to others. Conclusions Early medical and nurse practitioner students can serve the important function of health coaches for frail patients preparing for surgery....
Given the pressing need to enhance oral health among older adults, this scoping review aims to summarize the impact of OHL on oral health behaviors and outcomes in this population. Methods The authors performed an electronic search up through July 22, 2024. Among the 2,226 articles identified,...