As frailty progresses, individuals become more susceptible to developing conditions known as frailty syndromes, which may include multiple falls, acute confusion/delirium, sudden loss of mobility and incontinence.
Depression and anxiety can severely affect the quality of life of those living with dementia but the overlap of symptoms can present challenges.
This review features 53 studies funded by the National Institute of Health Research, which was set up to address the needs of the NHS.
Dr Alicja Baczynska considers the association between frailty and poor dietary choices.
The National Institute for Clinical Excellence (NICE) and Social Care Institute for Excellence (SCIE) has published this practical guide for staff providing intermediate care services.
A list of recommended scientific research papers, recommended by the British Geriatrics Society Respiratory Group, related to COPD and respiratory issues
Michael Denham discusses the emergence of state hospitals - an improvement on the quackery and inadequate regulation of medical services which prevailed in the UK
Rachel Tarling reports on the 2018 BGS Falls and Postural Stability conference.
A report on awards to hospitals who have completed the Gold Standards Framework (end of life care) and have received awards for the improvements this has wrought in their services.
Patricia Cantley, Chair of BGS Scotland reports on activities to the Board of Trustees.
The Older Person Whisperer's take on coping and responsibility when looking after a person with Parkinson's Disease
This issue includes features on international outreach programmes, more from the Older Person Whisperer, and a first look at the new BGS website.
Read our international journal publishing refereed original articles and commissioned reviews on geriatric medicine and gerontology