Aging; Brain

Postoperative delirium in seniors: Recognizing the symptoms, reducing the risks

Post-operative delirium affects up to 50% of older adults, causing agitation and confusion after surgery. Left untreated, it poses long-term health risks. In this MedBlog, we discuss risk factors, symptoms, and two new programs that can help prevent and manage delirium. Learn more.

• Sarah Wingfield, M.D.

January 23, 2020

Aging; Orthopaedics and Rehab

Why hip fractures require immediate treatment

Orthopaedic surgeon Megan Sorich, D.O., discusses the risks of delaying hip fracture treatment after a fall, especially for the elderly.

• Megan Sorich, D.O.

January 31, 2022

Aging; Brain

Deaths of John Singleton, Luke Perry show that stroke can strike early. Know the signs.

At age 52 in 2019, actor Luke Perry died after having a stroke. His death highlights a need for people of all ages to know the risk factors and signs of stroke, says Mark Goldberg, M.D. Learn more.

May 1, 2019

Aging; Cancer

Osteonecrosis of the jaw: Treating bone loss triggered by drugs for osteoporosis, cancer

Osteonecrosis of the jaw is a rare effect of antiresorptive drugs for osteoporosis and cancer. But early, specialized dentistry and oral surgery can cure it.

• Thomas Schlieve, D.D.S., M.D.

March 9, 2022