Cardiovascular diseases create an important burden on the public health systems,
especially in the elderly, mostly because this group of patients frequently suffer from multiple …

Background Little is known about the epidemiology of medication errors and medication-
related harm following transition from secondary to primary care. This systematic review …

Importance Loneliness and social isolation are public health concerns faced by older adults
due to physical, cognitive, and psychosocial changes that develop with aging. Loneliness …

The potential of the mucoadhesive film technology is hard to ignore, owing to perceived
superior patient acceptability versus buccal tablets, and significant therapeutic opportunities …

OBJECTIVE To identify barriers and solutions for the recruitment and retention of older
(aged≥ 65 years) people in clinical trials. DESIGN Systematic literature review. METHODS …

Benzodiazepine (BZD) inappropriate use (ie, misuse and overuse) is a worldwide public
health problem. Despite current knowledge about increased sensitivity to side effects in the …

Aging is a universal process that can cause diminished function of organs and various
diseases. The most striking consequences of aging can be seen visibly on the skin, which …

Background The use of herbal medicinal products (HMPs) is common among older adults;
however, little is known about concurrent use with prescription drugs, as well as potential …

Significance: The incidence of cardiovascular events (CVEs) increases with age,
representing the main cause of death in an elderly population. Aging is associated with …

Background Z-drugs are usually prescribed as first line pharmacological therapy for
insomnia. However, the benefits and risks of Z-drugs may differ for older adults. This …