Our Mission
Geriatric Academy strives to uphold and enhance the dignity and quality of life of older adults by empowering them to take charge of their healthcare and medication therapy, through self-advocacy and learning.
Did you know…?
Nearly 50% of older adults take one or more medications that are not medically necessary
You have a 50% chance of having an adverse drug interaction if you are taking at least 5 medications, and 100% if you are taking 20 or more medications
Overmedication (Polypharmacy) accounts for almost 30% of all hospital admissions, and is the fifth leading cause of death in the US
Can you relate to any of the following?
Our short, easily readable eBook and eCourse give valuable insights
Our short, easy-to-read eBook gives valuable insight into the common problem of overmedication in older adults and offers information on how to address this issue for yourself, your loved ones, and your friends…AND valuable insight into the common medications prescribed for dementia. Courtesy of many, many years of direct clinical experience with patients and caregivers, we give you the most expert information on medication dosing, interactions, adverse effects, and general tips. The course takes it up to the next level with much more detail you MUST know.
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