13. Prescription Opioids and Cognitive Decline

In episode 13 we discuss opioids and cognitive changes in older adults. Warner, NS, Hanson, AC, Schulte, PJ, Habermann, EB, Warner, DO, Mielke, MM. Prescription opioids and longitudinal changes in cognitive function in older adults: A population-based observational study. J Am Geriatr Soc. 2022; 1- 12. doi:10.1111/jgs.18030 https://agsjournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/jgs.18030 ---------- We also discuss the new (and old) CDC opioid prescribing guidelines. ---------- This podcast offers category 1 and MATE-ACT CME credits through MI CARES and Michigan State University. To get credit for this episode and others, go to this link to make your account, take a brief quiz, and claim your credit. To learn more about opportunities in addiction medicine, please visit MI CARES. --------- Episode 13 Credits: Original theme music: composed and performed by Benjamin Kennedy Audio production: Angela Ohlfest ---------- This is Addiction Medicine Journal Club with Dr. Sonya Del Tredici and Dr. John Keenan. We practice addiction medicine and primary care, and we believe that addiction is a disease that can be treated. This podcast reviews current articles to help you stay up to date with research that you can use in your addiction medicine practice. The best part of any journal club is the conversation. Send us your comments on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, email, or join our Facebook group. Email: [email protected] Twitter: @AddictionMedJC Facebook: @AddictionMedJC Facebook Group: Addiction Medicine Journal Club YouTube: addictionmedicinejournalclub Addiction Medicine Journal Club is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. The views expressed here are our own and do not necessarily reflect those of our employers or the authors of the articles we review. All patient information has been modified to protect their identities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices