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flag Opioid overdose deaths in adults 65+ surged 9,000% in a decade due to fentanyl-laced stimulants, experts say.

flag Opioid overdose deaths among adults 65 and older have surged 9,000% in under a decade, largely due to fentanyl mixed with stimulants, prompting calls for cautious opioid use and better monitoring in older patients. flag Many children and infants fast from clear liquids far longer than recommended before surgery, increasing risks of dehydration and low blood sugar; experts urge adherence to guidelines allowing clear fluids up to two hours prior. flag Women undergoing cesarean delivery face a 16% higher risk of new sleep disorders in the first year postpartum compared to vaginal births, with pain often disrupting recovery. flag These findings, presented at ANESTHESIOLOGY® 2025, highlight anesthesiologists’ expanding role in improving patient safety and outcomes across the lifespan.

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