Depression often goes undiagnosed in long-term care settings, but implementing nurse-led screening protocols can help older adults receive a diagnosis and access treatment, according to study results ...

More people are being screened for depression now than they were 10 years ago, but screening rates still remain low, new research suggests. Investigators used data from the National Ambulatory Medical ...

Every time a patient visits Jason Connelly, MD, they must fill out a depression screening, thanks to a 2017 rule which mandates such assessments. Providing a screener and, if needed, a follow-up plan ...

Depending on your age, sex, and medical history, you’ve most likely had a screening test at some point during a GP visit — whether it’s a cholesterol test to detect early signs of heart disease, a Pap ...

Everyone gets blue, but when sad, lonely, hopeless or irritable feelings prevent your getting on with your life, it may be clinical depression. Nearly 20 million Americans suffer from depression each ...

High immune inflammation detected through simple blood tests is tied to a 57% higher risk of depression and a 56% higher risk ...

Individuals who recognize their experiences as depression, perceive that the symptoms have serious consequences, and believe ...

There are no official winter health screening tests, but some experts may recommend certain tests for older adults or those ...

A nurse-led depression screening protocol using CSDD-4 increased diagnosis and referral rates at a non-profit long-term care facility. Depression often goes undiagnosed in long-term care settings, but ...