181 – Hospital Delirium in Older Adults: Symptoms, Causes & Prevention

Better Health While Aging Podcast

Jul 17, 2026Health

Dr. K explains why older adults often become confused in the hospital, how delirium differs from dementia, and how it can be prevented, diagnosed, and treated.

Related Episodes

Continue listening to more episodes from Better Health While Aging Podcast.

184 – COVID & Flu Vaccines 2026: What Older Adults Need to Know

Sep 18, 2026

Dr. K shares what happened with COVID and flu last year, and what older adults should know for the 2026–2...

183 – 7 Warning Signs of a Struggling Liver You Should Never Ignore

Sep 12, 2026

Dr. K covers seven warning signs of a struggling liver, common causes of liver problems in older adults,...

182 – 10 Medications Geriatricians Always Check to Prevent Falls in Aging

Aug 23, 2026

Dr. K explains 10 types of medications to check to prevent falls in aging, especially if you’ve been fall...

180 – Earwax & Hearing Loss in Older Adults

Jun 17, 2026

Dr. K talks with audiologist Dr. Cliff Olson, AuD, about what older adults should know about earwax, hear...

179 – Hearing Aids Not Working? An Audiologist Explains What Older Adults Should Know

Jun 3, 2026

Dr. K talks with audiologist Dr. Cliff Olson about today’s best and most affordable options for treating...

178 – Hearing Loss in Aging (Presbycusis)

May 26, 2026

Dr. K explains explains why it's so important to detect and treat age-related hearing loss, how this help...

177 – Osteoporosis Medications Explained

May 20, 2026

Dr. K explains what older adults should know about medications for bone density, including when they are...

176 – Boosting Bone Density: Best Ways to Prevent Fractures as You Age

Apr 30, 2026

Dr. K explains what older adults should know about protecting bone strength and reducing fracture risk, p...