Geriatric Care Archives - BlackDoctor Pro

Neurology

Taneia Surles

10/15/2026

Most Older Adults Would Accept a Preventive Dementia Vaccine, But Hesitancy Persists in Key Groups

Neurology

Taneia Surles

09/21/2026

What New Alzheimer’s Blood Tests Could Mean for Black Patients

Geriatric Care

Dr. Michael Lenoir

09/11/2026

Disparities in the Setting of Initial Dementia Diagnosis: Influence of Race, Ethnicity, and Primary Care Use

General Surgery

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

08/06/2026

High-Risk Emergency Surgery Leaves Older Adults With Fewer Healthy Days at Home: What Clinicians Should Know

Geriatric Care

sexual health conversations in older adults

Audra Neale

Medically Reviewed by Olivia Taylor, PharmD

08/03/2026

Sex After 65: Why Physicians Should Rethink Sexual Health Conversations With Older Adults

Geriatric Care

Audra Neale

06/17/2026

Elder Care Trends: What Clinicians Should Know to Better Support Black Patients and Families

Geriatric Care

Nursing Homes Can Become Breeding Ground for Antibiotic-Resistant 'Superbugs'

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

10/09/2025

Nursing Homes Can Become Breeding Ground for Antibiotic-Resistant ‘Superbugs’

Antibiotic resistance in nursing homes impacts Black seniors disproportionately. Review antibiotic use protocols to address disparities. Explore full study implications.

Cardiology

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

07/28/2025

Caregiving a Source of High Blood Pressure for Black Women

Caregiving stress raises hypertension risk by 40% in Black women aged 21-44. Addressing childcare access may mitigate risks. Read more.

Geriatric Care

From Disparity to Quality: A Better Healthcare Model for Older Black Adults, radon exposure

Cheryl Rucker-Whitaker, MD, MPD

05/13/2025

From Disparity to Quality: A Better Healthcare Model for Older Black Adults

Older Black adults face significant healthcare disparities. Holistic, team-based care models improve access and outcomes. Explore community resources for better patient engagement.

Cardiology

Shingles Vaccine Could Protect Heart Health

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

05/09/2025

Shingles Vaccine Could Protect Black Seniors’ Heart Health

Shingles vaccination may reduce cardiovascular risks by 23% in older adults, benefiting Black seniors facing health disparities. Explore implications for practice.

Geriatric Care

Building Trust, Access, and Equity in Genetic Medicine for Black Americans

Taylyn Washington-Harmon

04/30/2025

Building Trust, Access, and Equity in Genetic Medicine for Black Americans

Genomic medicine's potential for Black patients hinges on trust, access, and equitable data representation. Explore strategies to enhance engagement.

Geriatric Care

The Shingles Vaccine Protects Against Dementia

BlackDoctor Pro Editors

04/03/2025

The Shingles Vaccine Protects Against Dementia

Shingles vaccine may reduce dementia risk by 20%, especially in women. Explore if Shingrix offers similar protection.

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