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174 – "Beers Criteria” Explained: Medications Older Adults Should Avoid
Dr. K explains the Beers Criteria, an evidence-based list of medications older adults should avoid or use with caution, and how to use it...
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173 - Kidney Disease in Aging: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
Dr. K explains how kidney function changes in later life and what to know about kidney disease, including causes, symptoms, treatment, and options for...
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172 – Shingles in Aging: Symptoms, Treatment, and the Shingles Vaccine Explained
Dr. K explains shingles, including why aging increases risk, symptoms and treatment, how it can cause chronic pain, and the many benefits of the...
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171 – Urinary incontinence in Aging Men: Most Common Causes & Best Treatments
Dr. K explains how bladder and prostate changes affect urination in older men, and what to do if you’re having bothersome urinary symptoms or...
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170 – How to Treat Urinary Incontinence in Older Women
Dr. K explains 5 types of incontinence that affect women and the best ways to treat bladder leaks. Learn when to consider medication, kegels,...
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169 – How to Save Money on Medicare: Reviewing Chapter Medicare Advisory + Other Options
Dr. K and geriatric social worker Michelle Allen discuss saving money on Medicare and Michelle’s experience trying out Chapter, a national free service that...