Judith Graham

Judith Graham was a contributing columnist for KFF Health News until January 2025.

Common Medications Can Masquerade As Dementia In Seniors

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A wide variety of medications used to treat allergies, insomnia, leaky bladders, diarrhea, dizziness, motion sickness, asthma, Parkinson’s disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and psychiatric disorders can interfere with cognition in older patients.

Why So Many Older Americans Rate Their Health As Good Or Even Excellent

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As people advance in age, the expectations for what constitutes good health change. People focus on positive emotions and satisfaction with life, while physical ailments play a less important role.

Comprendiendo la soledad en los adultos mayores y diseñando una solución

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La soledad se presenta en diferentes formas que requieren respuestas diferentes. Hay una soledad emocional, que afecta a nivel íntimo, y otra social, la percepción que la persona no encaja más en distintos entornos.

Listening To Older Patients Who Want To Stop Dialysis

KFF Health News Original

Older adults with advanced kidney disease sometimes want to stop dialysis but often meet resistance from doctors, new research shows. We explore options available to these patients, including conservative care.

When Needs Arise, These Older Women Have One Another’s Backs

KFF Health News Original

Many women aging alone want to hold on to their independence. But, when illness or disability strikes, they often need assistance. A program in New York, Philadelphia and San Francisco offers numerous ways to help.