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• Antihistamine Use May Lead to Delirium for Older Adults: Study

  October 29, 2025

  Martha Garcia

  A new study has found that hospital patients given first-generation antihistamines such as Benadryl face a higher risk of delirium, which may also increase their likelihood of falls and other serious injuries.

• Fall Risk Among Older Adults With Depression Lower With Use of First-Line Antidepressants: Study

  September 3, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  Elderly antidepressant users may not face a higher risk of suffering falls or injuries from falls, according to a new study.

• Elderly Care Facilities Could Prevent Fall and Fracture Injuries With Routine Exercise Interventions: Study

  July 2, 2024

  Jenna Saiontz

  The U.S. Preventive Task Force indicates that the rate of elderly care facility and nursing home fall injuries could be significantly reduced by 16% or more by implementing routine exercise programs for residents.