As people age, physical changes are expected — but what about mental health? It’s a topic many families avoid or misunderstand, often brushing off signs of depression, anxiety, or memory loss in seniors as “just old age.” But the truth is: mental health matters at every stage of life, and that’s where geriatric psychiatry comes in. In this post, we’ll explore what geriatric psychiatry is, the most common mental health issues in older adults, warning signs to watch for, and…

Have you ever walked into a room and forgotten why you were there? It happens to all of us. But when memory lapses, confusion, or trouble walking begin to interfere with everyday life, they could be red flags for something more serious—vascular dementia. This type of dementia is caused by reduced blood flow to the brain and can creep in quietly. The sooner you catch the signs, the better your chances of managing the condition.Let’s explore the early warning signs…

What is Nitrofurantoin?Nitrofurantoin is a well-known antibiotic primarily prescribed to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs). If you've ever had a UTI and visited your doctor, there's a good chance this drug made it into your prescription bag. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria in the urinary tract.What are the uses of Nitrofurantoin?According to the FDA prescribing guidelines, Nitrofurantoin exhibits good activity against urinary tract infections caused by various bacteria. E. coli, Enterobacter cystitis, Enterococcus, Klebsiella, and Staphylococcus aureus.…