Long-Distance Caregiving: Staying Connected When You’re Far Away
Being far away doesn’t mean you can’t be present. Here are some practical ways to stay involved.
For older adults taking medications, summer heat can be especially dangerous
Simply walking from your front door to your mailbox in the summer heat can be dangerous, especially for older adults taking certain medications.
Improving Your Balance Might Just by the Key to a Longer Life
When thinking about how to age gracefully and live a long, vibrant life, most people prioritize things like exercise routines, healthy eating, and regular check-ups.
15 Surprising Things That Can Increase Your Risk of Falling
Each year, more than 14 million adults aged 65 and older fall, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and about 1 million of them end up hospitalized.
10 Medications That Can Harm the Liver
Your liver is one of the hardest working organs in your body. It cleans your blood, helps digest food and keeps you healthy. But did you know that some common medications can make your liver sick?
How Your Digestion Changes with Age
A registered dietitian explains how our digestive system changes as we get older and why it can also impact our food preferences.
Understanding Thyroid Eye Disease
You’re probably familiar with the most common age-related eye conditions: glaucoma, cataracts, dry eye, and age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Thyroid Eye Disease, or TED, while less common and less familiar to most people, still affects about 63,000 individuals in the United States.
Winter Wellness: 10 Self-Care Tips for Seniors to Stay Happy and Healthy
Winter brings shorter days, colder weather, and unique challenges for maintaining our health and well-being.
Can You Donate Blood Into Your 80s? What should seniors know before rolling up their sleeves?
If you’ve donated a pint of blood in your lifetime, you’re in a special group. About 37% of the U.S. population is eligible to give blood; however, only 3% do.
Effective Ways to Help Prevent Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer's disease affects millions of people worldwide, but there are steps you can take to reduce your risk and protect your brain health.