Moira Fordyce

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About

Moira Fordyce is a geriatrician, an adjunct clinical professor at Stanford University School of Medicine, a founding member of the California Geriatrics Society, a representative to the American Geriatrics Society Council of State Representatives, and a board member of the American Society on Aging.

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  1. Wednesday July 09, 2008

    1. What could be the cause of frequent falls for my father?

      Answer - There are two kinds of falls in older adults: those that occur as a result of an accident, and those that signal there's some kind of underlying condition. The first kind is seen in more robust elders, can happen anywhere, either at or away from home, is normally a one-time occurrence, and -- if the person is injured -- usually results in a good recovery... 1 Comment

  2. Tuesday October 23, 2007

    1. What can be done to calm nighttime anxiety?

      Answer - Yes, warm milk can help. But I'd suggest she try some other things first that could be even more effective. One solution is for her to take time during the afternoon or early evening to sit down and plan the next day or even the next few days...

  3. Monday September 10, 2007

    1. Can sleep pills cause confusion?

      Answer - The sleeping pills could definitely be making her confusion worse. Any mind-altering drug, such as sedatives, antidepressants, or tranquilizers, as well as many over-the-counter drugs, can contribute to sundown syndrome. I was involved in an interesting study of healthy older adults that looked at some...

    2. Could loud snoring indicate a medical problem?

      Answer - Loud snoring can be a sign of a medical disorder or something more benign. It can be caused by any of the following: