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Screening for Dementia: A Podcast with Anna Chodos, Joseph Gaugler and Soo Borson

GeriPal

Summary Transcript Summary The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) concluded back in 2000 that there is insufficient evidence to recommend for or against routine screening for dementia in older adults. If so, how do we screen and who do we screen? What should we use to screen individuals? Cognitive screening.

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The Benefits of Preventive Care

Vida Family Medicine

You can find more information about recommended vaccines on the CDC website. Your doctor will likely review any vaccines you may be due for at your next wellness visit. Your vital signs help screen for arrhythmias, blood pressure problems, and abnormal weight loss or weight gain that could indicate disease.