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Oct 26, 2025

4 min

What is Geriatric 8? An In-Depth Look at the G8 Screening Tool

According to extensive research, implementing effective geriatric screening in oncology can significantly improve outcomes for older adults with cancer. Understanding **what is Geriatric 8** (G8) is crucial, as this quick, validated screening questionnaire helps clinicians identify which patients would most benefit from a detailed, comprehensive geriatric assessment.

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Oct 5, 2025

5 min

What is the Geriatric 8 (G8) Screening Tool?

According to a 2023 study published in *The Lancet*, patients with an abnormal Geriatric 8 (G8) score have more frequent hospital admissions, longer hospital stays, and more emergency department visits than those with normal scores. This highlights the importance of the **Geriatric 8 screening tool**, or G8, as a rapid and effective method for identifying vulnerabilities in older adults with cancer.

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