
Older Adults and Antibiotics: Study Shows Healthy Attitudes but Unhealthy Practices
Many take leftover doses from previous prescriptions, and expect new prescriptions for non-bacterial illness.
Many take leftover doses from previous prescriptions, and expect new prescriptions for non-bacterial illness.
Many health systems are using patient portals for vaccine scheduling, but many older adults may need help setting accounts up, especially those with lower incomes and education levels
Findings could help hospitals improve emergency department care and follow up for people aged 50 to 80.
People of color and those with lower incomes or education less likely to say they’ll seek vaccination.
Advance planning, universal testing and connection with a medical center kept COVID-19 activity low in three facilities in new study.
Poll shows only 29% of adults who take five or more prescription drugs have had a comprehensive medication review.