Better Health While Aging

Practical information for aging health & family caregivers

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May 16, 2019 00:53:26
091 – Interview: Reducing the Risk of Power of Attorney Abuse

091 – Interview: Reducing the Risk of Power of Attorney Abuse

Dr. K talks with David Godfrey, JD, about drafting powers of attorney to deter exploitation or abuse of an older person’s finances. They discuss...

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May 16, 2019
091 – Interview: Reducing the Risk of Power of Attorney Abuse

091 – Interview: Reducing the Risk of Power of Attorney Abuse

In This Episode: Dr. K speaks with senior attorney David Godfrey, JD, of the American Bar Association Commission on Law and Aging, about drafting...

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May 02, 2019 00:40:21
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090 – More on Avoiding Risky Medications & on Using the 2019 AGS Beers Criteria

Dr. K discusses risky medications and the 2019 Beers Criteria in more details, with a focus on which drugs are most important for older...

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May 02, 2019
090 – More on Avoiding Risky Medications & on Using the 2019 AGS Beers Criteria

090 – More on Avoiding Risky Medications & on Using the 2019 AGS Beers Criteria

In This Episode: Dr. K provides more information on what’s included in the 2019 update of the American Geriatrics Society AGS Beers Criteria® for...

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April 18, 2019
089 – Giving Yourself (And Your Family) a Gift on National Healthcare Decisions Day

089 – Giving Yourself (And Your Family) a Gift on National Healthcare Decisions Day

In This Episode: Dr. K shares a personal story and explains why it’s so important to take the time to talk with others and...

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April 04, 2019
088 – Interview: Avoiding Inappropriate Prescribing in Aging & What to Know About the Beers Criteria

088 – Interview: Avoiding Inappropriate Prescribing in Aging & What to Know About the Beers Criteria

In This Episode: Dr. K talks with geriatrician Dr. Michael Steinman, Professor of Medicine at UCSF and an expert on medication safety in older...

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