Embarrassing Bodies – Depression in the Elderly Leading to Itching

Embarrassing Bodies – Depression in the elderly leading to itching – 84 year old Audrey popped in to see Dr Pixie over her agonising all over itching that had been tormenting her for 3-years. Dr Pixie diagnoses the relatively common Pruritis, which causes people to constantly itch and scratch. Noting how difficult the condition can be to treat Dr Pixie sends Audrey to psychiatrist Dr David Ryan who thinks the itching could be psychological and most likely a by-product of depression. He suggests that Audrey gets out of the house more and thinks some social interaction could do her the world of good. Audrey takes heed of the advice and attends a local age concern group which would hopefully set her on the road to recovery. This new series explores the conditions and ailments that leave many of us a little red-faced and aims to de-stigmatise common complaints.

Omega-3 supplementation backed for depression in elderly

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The study – published in Nutrition Journal – evaluated whether a supplement containing omega-3 PUFA improves depressive symptoms in depressed elderly patients, and whether the blood fatty acid pattern is correlated with these changes. Led by Professor …
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Nationwide study on well-being of elderly started

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SINGAPORE – A nationwide study to better understand the prevalence of dementia and depression in the elderly in Singapore and the illnesses' economic burden and healthcare use is currently being conducted. The three-year Well-being of Singapore …
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S.4m study on well-being of elderly

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Called Well-being of the Singapore Elderly (WiSE), it will be comprehensive and aims to establish data on the burden of dementia and depression among the elderly in Singapore. Some 5,300 Singaporeans will be involved in the survey. It also aims to …
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Secrets Of Elder Care
A Cookbook Designed For The Elderly Or Anyone Watching Their Diet. Recipes Are Low Salt, Low Fat And Low Sugar.
Secrets Of Elder Care

Shrink Your Prostate And Get Your Life Back In 30 Days Or Less
Pee Like A 17 Year-old Boy Again. The Definitive Guide On How To Shrink Your Prostate, Soothe Your Bladder And Get Your Life Back Without Taking Harsh Pharmaceutical Drugs, Undergoing Radical Surgery Or Drastically Altering Your Lifestyle.
Shrink Your Prostate And Get Your Life Back In 30 Days Or Less