The Pressure ulcers are a major health problem., both for the people who suffer from them, since they worsen their condition and therefore their quality of life, as well as…
Videsil, oral solution to supplement vitamin D deficiency and treat osteoporosis
Gebro Pharma has developed videsil, vitamin D oral solution with an innovative presentation in easily drinkable plastic vials. In Spain and other Mediterranean countries there is a high prevalence of…
What is acute confusional syndrome and how to differentiate it from the onset of dementia?
an article of Lucia Pardopsychologist specializing in the field of aging and author of the blog What has classically been calleddelirium» or «delirium tremens» is what we currently call acute…
Geriatric psychomotricity: objectives and activities for the elderly
an article of The psychomotricity is a non-pharmacological discipline and under the umbrella of Occupational Therapy which acts on four main axes: motor, cognitive, affective and social both at an…
Medication: the risks of crushing and splitting pills –
an article of Lydia AmelaBSP Nurse Assistance The drugs are presented in different dosage forms that influence its therapeutic activity. However, alteration of the integrity of pharmaceutical forms is very…
Recommendations to identify and prevent anemia –
Anemia is a frequent problem among the elderly population, since age is an important risk factor, and is related to an increase in morbidity and mortality. 25-30% of the entire…
Club Bayer offers training to pharmacy professionals
With the aim of promoting the training of pharmacy professionals to help them improve pharmaceutical care and boost its growth, Bayer has launched the digital channel ”which already has nearly…
Correct assessment of the risk of pressure ulcers – Braden Scale –
an article of Ana Arbones MainarBachelor of Pharmacy, Orthopedic Technician and owner of In people with mobility problems, it is very important to prevent and treat pressure ulcers. The lack…
Delaying hip rupture surgery raises the risk of mortality
During the winter months, cases of hip fracture in the elderlya problem that is dealt with in most urgent cases and that requires numerous material and human resources. And beyond…
7 benefits of nuts in the geriatric diet
Nutrition in older adults is synonymous with health and well-being at a physical and mental level. And it is that the foods that constitute the diet can help prevent diseases…