Medical Cannabis for Patients Over Age 50: A Multi-site, Prospective Study of Patterns of Use and Health Outcomes
Abstract Objective: Cannabis is being used as a therapeutic option by patients around the globe, and older patients represent a…
geriatric anorexia
Survey on the knowledge and practices in anorexia of aging diagnosis and management in Japan
Abstract Background: Anorexia of aging (AA) is a condition in older adults that includes loss of appetite and reduced food…
Knowledge, Attitudes, and Beliefs Regarding Medical Cannabis Among Patients and Providers in Florida’s Long-Term Care Facilities
Abstract Objectives: Medical cannabis (MC) has been found effective in treating multiple symptoms commonly experienced by older adults; however, residents…
Marijuana use among community-dwelling older adults: A population-based study
Abstract Objectives: There is a paucity of population-level data on marijuana use and mental health and functioning in older adults.…
Anorexia of aging: An international assessment of healthcare providers’ knowledge and practice gaps
Abstract Background: Anorexia of aging is a common geriatric syndrome that includes loss of appetite and/or reduced food intake, with…
Controlled Substance Use and Clinical Outcomes of Elderly Patients After a Fall
Abstract Controlled substance use, particularly among the rising elderly population, places these patients at a much higher risk of falls,…