The prevalence of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in the over 50 age group is increasing as a consequence of younger adults ageing with HIV, in addition to new diagnoses in later life. We conducted searches in MEDLINE for English language studies published between January 1984 and January 2010 using search terms 'HIV', 'AIDS', 'HIV testing' and 'HIV complications' and selected articles relevant to adults aged 50 years and over. The prevalence, natural history and complications of HIV infection and treatment in older adults are reviewed.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjective: to examine the effects of footwear on balance in a sample of older women attending a day hospital.
Design: this was a crossover trial with a quasi-randomised allocation.
Setting: assessments took place in the geriatric day hospital.