Teaching Ethical and Legal Frameworks to Support Healthy Aging
An Innovations in Healthy Aging graduate program through the College of Law helps students better understand and advocate for older adults.
How to make hands look younger
Most signs of aging on the hands, such as wrinkles, brittle nails, or dry skin, are harmless. Some people may take steps to make their hands appear more youthful by using hand cream, wearing hand protection, or making lifestyle changes such as quitting smoking.
Old Skins Cells Reprogrammed to Regain Youthful Function
Research from the Babraham Institute has developed a method to ‘time jump’ human skin cells by 30 years, turning back the aging clock for cells without losing their specialized function.
When It Comes to Sleep, It’s Quality Over Quantity
Some people are gifted with genes that pack the benefits of slumber into an efficient time window, keeping them peppy on only four or six hours of sleep a night, according to researchers at UC San Francisco.
Good News for Coffee Lovers: Daily Coffee May Benefit the Heart
Drinking coffee — particularly two to three cups a day — is not only associated with a lower risk of heart disease and dangerous heart rhythms but also with living longer.
Extended Napping in Seniors May Signal Dementia
Daytime napping among older people is a normal part of aging — but it may also foreshadow Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
Researchers Uncover How the Human Brain Separates, Stores, and Retrieves Memories
Researchers have identified two types of cells in our brains that are involved in organizing discrete memories based on when they occurred.
Close the Blinds During Sleep to Protect Your Health
Exposure to even moderate ambient lighting during nighttime sleep, compared to sleeping in a dimly lit room, harms your cardiovascular function during sleep and increases your insulin resistance the following morning,
Virtual Reality Could Help Make Therapy Easier
A new study has found 30 percent of people prefer to talk about their negative experiences with a virtual reality avatar, rather than a person.
Low-Meat and Meat-Free Diets Associated With Lower Overall Cancer Risk
Eating meat five times or less per week is associated with a lower overall cancer risk, according to a study published in the open access journal BMC Medicine.
How Meditation Can Help You make Fewer Mistakes
If you are forgetful or make mistakes when in a hurry, a new study from Michigan State University — the largest of its kind to-date — found that meditation could help you to become less error prone.
7 Healthy Hobbies for Over 50s
It’s never too late to find a new hobby. Hobbies are great for passing the time, keeping in touch with friends, and relaxing.
Apps, Products, and Services to Track Health Goals for Seniors
As a caregiver, one of your roles may be to track health goals for seniors in your care. Or, the senior may wish to track their own health. The good thing about what can be a tedious process is that there are apps, products, and services to help.
National Influenza Vaccination Week (Dec. 6-12)
With flu season upon us during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s doubly important to lessen the risk for getting the flu.
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder?
Do you seem to develop a case of the “winter blues” that won’t go away until spring arrives each year? If so, it might be seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and more than just a post-holiday slump.
Breast Cancer and What You Need to Know
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and while a lot of attention is given to the importance of early detection and women getting mammograms beginning at age 40, there is less emphasis on older adults.
How Often Should You Have a Wellness Checkup If You Are a Healthy Senior?
How often should you see a doctor if you are a healthy older adult? It’s a question often asked, especially by those who suffer from “white coat syndrome.” The medical community uses this term to describe people who get anxious about physician appointments.
How Thinking and Feeling Young Prolong Life
Aging does not have to be an unpleasant process. In fact, according to a recent publication in the world-renowned medical journal JAMA Internal Medicine, feeling younger (and, by definition, possessing a zest for life) can actually extend life (Rippon & Steptoe, 2015).
World Mental Health Day – October 10, 2021
World Mental Health Day is on October 10th and as our understanding of mental health grows, we grow along with it. Mental health has come a long way since the early nineties when the World Federation of Mental Health (WFMH) officially established the day.
Connect With People in the Great Outdoors
Lockdown ending? Go outside into the great outdoors and connect with people again!
4 Ways Exercise Helps Fight Aging
Everyone knows that exercise is good for you. But it’s not just beneficial for the young, healthy and already fit. It’s also one of the best defenses against the toughest aspects of aging.
Want To Boost Your Brain Power? Here’s How!
Why are some people able to learn things quicker and seemingly much easier than the rest of us? While it can be a combination of luck and genetics, for most people it’s because they have worked hard to boost their brainpower. Because just like every other muscle in our bodies, our brains also become stronger the harder we exercise our cognitive skills and the more we use our memory.
Healthy Thanksgiving Alternatives
Put down the oversized tub of butter and grab your Turkey! These alternative ways to make your favorite Thanksgiving recipes will have your mouth watering and your body smiling this holiday season.
Kidney Health for Seniors
You may think to yourself, if decline in kidney function is a natural part of aging, what can be done to prevent kidney disease? The truth is, there is a lot that can be done!
Selecting a Hearing Aid
From multiple hearing aid types to testing devices, choosing the correct hearing aids can take some time. This guide from Hearing Life can help you make a sound decision.
Kitchen Tools for Arthritic Hands
Cooking with arthritis can be a pain. Literally. That’s why kitchen designers have created products to make tasks like chopping, gripping, and sealing easier on your hands.
Cannabis Use Higher in 55+ Community
Following legalization of medical marijuana, the United States and Canada saw an increase in Cannabis use, but not from younger folks. It was the 55+ community who showed the most use and here’s why.
The Best Brain Games
Much like your body, your mind needs exercise too. Activities like crossword puzzles and matching games can help keep your memory strong and your mind sharp. Check out the best brain games for seniors in this article.
A Guide to Vitamin B-12 Deficiencies
Maintaining a proper balance of vitamins is essential to good health, but as we age we are more likely to suffer from deficiencies. One common deficiency seniors suffer from is vitamin B-12.
Alzheimer’s Memory Tests
Struggling with memory loss can be frustrating to say the least. Fortunately, getting tested for Alzheimer’s is easy and acts as the first step of seeking treatment for yourself or a loved one.
Protect Your Heart With A Healthy Diet
According to the American Heart Association, the best way to protect your heart from disease and complications is through a combination of diet and lifestyle changes. See how you can protect your most valuable organ in this short article.
The End Loneliness Initiative
Changing the thinking that contributes to loneliness is serious business. Often an internal struggle, the negative patterns that lead to loneliness can be a hard to break. Luckily, there’s an initiative for that.
Disparities in Healthcare
Healthcare should be accessible to all, right? So, what do you do when having healthcare isn’t enough?
Quick and Easy Meals for Seniors
If you are concerned that the senior loved one in your life or someone you care for is not getting the proper nutrition, here are 18 recipes sure to provide the nutrition their body needs.
20 Amazing Facts About Eyes
We often don’t give a lot of thought to our eyes, but when you really take time to learn more about them, you realize how amazing they actually are. Here are a few facts your might enjoy…
Mammograms for Older Women
Women are living longer than ever; so, is it worthwhile to get a mammogram after age 75? Some people would say no, but if you are in good health, getting a mammogram after age 75 can actually help you live longer.
All About Wrinkles
Wrinkles are a natural part of the aging process. Everyone gets them, but what exactly are they, and what causes them? Find out in this short article.
10 Benefits of Water Aerobics
While there are many types of aerobics to chose from, water aerobics has specific benefits you will want to take advantage of. For social butterfly’s and stress reducers alike, this is a great way to get moving.
Physical Therapy for Seniors
“The goal of therapy is to alleviate pain and return to mobility,” says Jean Brooks, Senior Vice President of Rehabilitation, American Senior Communities. Research has shown that seniors can increase strength well into their 90s!”
A Golf Swing for Seniors
Golf is one of the few sports that can be played regardless of age or ability, but like any sport, it still takes a physical toll on your body. Adjusting your swing can help.
Dieting for Diabetes
Adult onset diabetes, type 2, is very common in older Americans. Luckily, by creating a healthy eating plan you can learn how to prevent and manage symptoms.
How Much Water Do I Need?
Figuring out how much water your body needs in a day is actually pretty easy, and staying properly hydrated has health benefits that include reduced migraines to less irritability.
Radiation Therapy: What to Expect
If you have recently been diagnosed with any type of Cancer and require radiation therapy, here is what you can expect from the your medical team and treatments.
Planning a Funeral
Nobody likes to think about death, but it is an inevitable part of our lives. Often a subject that is not discussed, planning ahead for yourself and your loved ones can save money, reduce stress during times of grief, and ensure each individual is sent off in the way they desire.
Vitamins by Age
Our bodies are constantly changing; so, it is no surprise that we require different vitamins at different points in our lives. See what supplements are recommended based on your age to keep feeling like your best self.
Positive Moves: Brain Health and Exercise
In a study completed at the University of Calgary School of Medicine in Canada, they have found that aerobic exercises positively affects brain health.
Senior Healthcare Costs Continue Rising
Skyrocketing healthcare costs affect all Americans, seniors included. A system that costs too much and delivers too little leads to Americans going bankrupt or dying trying to get the care they need.
Top Medication Tracking Apps
Why are there so many different pills! Keeping track of when each one should be taken can become tiresome, luckily there are a few apps to help with that.
5 Things Happy Seniors Do
Aging can be filled with loss and mental and physical challenges. While many people struggle to stay optimistic, it is possible to find joy at every age of your life. Here are some things you can do to kickstart your journey to finding happiness.
Medical Alert Devices
There are a lot of medical alert devices on the market, but which one is best for you or your loved one? Compare devices and learn what features are available in this comprehensive guide.
Expanding Past Patient-Centered Healthcare
Individuals with chronic conditions have a wealth of knowledge regarding daily care that can be used to enhance the experience of others with similar conditions, but with a healthcare system dominated by the medical model, this knowledge is not often shared.
Don’t Call Them ‘Old People Shoes’
Support, comfort, and style in one package? Check! These top-rated orthopedic shoes are sure to get you back on your feet in no time and in style.
Caregiving: What are my responsibilities?
So, you’ve taken on the task of being a caregiver? Whether you are new to a career in caregiving or you are a helpful friend or family member, learning what you need to do is key to success.
Relaxation Techniques for Seniors
Relaxation techniques are essential to maintaining good health. Regularly practiced, they have been shown to strengthen the body’s immune system, help control blood pressure, improve the body’s ability to manage glucose, reduce stress, and diminish pain.
High Blood Pressure: The Health Implications And How To Avoid Them
58% of adults 55+ are actively being treated for high blood pressure (Hypertension). It is by far the most common chronic condition amongst seniors in the United States and one of the most dangerous.
The Joy of Aging
Alan D. Castel, psychologist and author of Better With Age: The Psychology of Successful Aging, dissects the subject of happiness. When looking at different age groups, he finds it’s not the young, but the old that are happiest.
A Guide to Shingles
Did you have Chickenpox as a child? Then you should know that Shingles, a reactivation of the Chickenpox, commonly occurs with increased age. Learn what the Shingles virus is and how to care for your elderly loved ones if they are diagnosed.
The Benefits of Visiting a Geriatric Specialist
When it comes to healthy aging, maintaining a good relationship with a doctor that knows how to care for your needs is important. For some older adults, changing from a primary care physician to a geriatrician just makes sense.
How to Care for Someone with Dementia during Covid-19
Caring for someone with dementia during a pandemic means facing unusual challenges due to social distancing and increased health risks. Luckily, we have tips to help you through this tough time.
Eating Healthy as a Senior
It can be tough to get enough nutrients as an older adult. Know what you should be eating with this short article from Eating Right.
How to Protect Your Heart During Treatment
As cancer patients survive longer because of better treatments, they may be more likely to die of something else, including heart disease.
8 Arthritis Exercise Tips
For the 21 million American adults suffering from arthritis, stiff, painful joints can make even an easy exercise program feel impossible.
Swimming for Seniors
Swimming has been shown to improve heart health, strengthen muscles and reduce stress. Low impact and fun, swimming is an ideal exercise option for seniors.
“Talking Tables” Fight Isolation
As a means of combatting loneliness, a major grocery chain is launching a string of new meeting places that will encourage people to talk to strangers.
Tips to Beat the Summer Heat
While the summer brings us warmth and bloom, prolonged exposure to excessive heat in summer months can be dangerous. This is especially true for older adults. Every summer, more than 600 Americans die of health problems caused by excessive heat and humidity.
Bill Bryson: We Have Not Addressed Ageing
What we do about poor health and quality of life in old age is something society has not come to terms with and is going to be a real problem, the writer Bill Bryson has warned.
Facing Winter Blues
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a condition in which individuals experience increased depression during winter months.
Avoiding Vision Problems During Your Golden Years
The risk of developing serious eye diseases and major vision problems increases with age. That’s why it’s so important to be proactive about protecting your older adult’s sight.
ER, Urgent Care, Primary Care: Which One Do I Use?
When a senior develops an urgent medical need, it can be difficult to know where to seek treatment, especially due to their often complex health history.
The Reality of CPR
What we usually see on TV paints a rosy picture of CPR and leads many of us to think everyone would want it. After all, the CPR shown on TV is quick, painless, and almost always works.
A Drop-In Chef for Your Home
A healthy diet is good for everyone, but as people get older, cooking nutritious food can become difficult and sometimes physically impossible. A pot of soup can be too heavy to lift, an there’s all that time standing on your feet. It’s one of the reasons that people move into assisted living facilities.
Expand Your “HealthSpan” with These Tips
The new thinking about aging considers not just how long one lives, but how vibrant tone stays later in life.
“If you’re living, you want to be living well,” said Tim Peterson, an assistant professor of internal medicine at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. “Most people who were interested in life span and were studying genes – which control life span – switched to ‘health span.'”
Coffee For Seniors: Why and How You Should Drink It
Despite a few negative rumors, there are some major health benefits that come from drinking a cup of joe. Coffee drinkers are roughly 25% less likely to experience colon, liver or breast cancers!
Make Your Heart Look 30 Years Younger
We know we need to exercise for our health, but a lifelong exercise habit may also help us feel younger and stay stronger well into our senior years. In fact, people in their 70s who have been exercising regularly for decades seem to have put a brake on the aging process, maintaining the heart, lung and muscle fitness of healthy people at least 30 years younger.
Your Perception of ‘Old’ Will Continue to Change
My perception of old age is inextricably linked to my grandmother. When I was a kid, I thought this 65-year-old, white-haired woman whose entire body wobbled when she walked was very old. Now that I’m 66, my personal perception – or perhaps, misperception – of old age has changed. I suspect I’ve got lots of company.
Aging Department Hosts Roundtable Discussion on Mental Health Among Seniors
Harrisburg, PA (WHTM) – The Department of Aging led a roundtable discussion about mental health among senior citizens and people with disabilities.
Can a Marathon Turn Back the Clock?
The benefits were greater for people who were older or started off less fit, Manisty finds in recent London study.
A Better MRI Test to Study Aging
The external phenomena of aging are known to all of us. We can expect graying hair, bone loss, fatigue or memory difficulties.
New Risk Factors of Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis affects millions of people around the world. However, more and more environmental risk factors are coming to light.
Creating a Cancer Binder
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with cancer, use this helpful guide to learn how to make a cancer binder for saving and organizing important information.
Downsizing with Alzheimer’s
All the emotions associated with the downsizing process can be complicated further if one of the seniors involved is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease.
How Smell and Taste Change Over Time
Sally looked forward to Thanksgiving dinner at her daughter’s house every year. She loved the smell of the turkey and all the fixings. She couldn’t wait to dig in, but this year it didn’t smell like Thanksgiving… When Sally ate the holiday food, she felt let down.
Love to Read? It Could Help You Live Longer
A recent study by Yale University researchers concluded that “book readers experienced a 20 percent reduction in risk of mortality.”
“Elderhood”: A Clearer Map For Aging
“My youngest patient has been 60 and my oldest 111, so we’re really talking a half-century there,” she says. “I need to be a different sort of doctor for people at different ages and phases of old age.”
New Biological Targets Could Fight Cancer
A team of geneticists have discovered new biological targets that may help devise therapies for cancers.
US Cancer Institute: It’s Not Too Late to Stop Smoking
You’re never too old to reap the health benefits of quitting smoking, a new study finds.
My 92-Year-Old Father Didn’t Need More Medical Care
Ordering up more tests and surgeries for dying patients is easy. Getting patients the end-of-life care they deserve takes much more effort.
Looking on the Bright Side Might Help You Live Past 85
Research shows that people with a more positive outlook also achieve ‘exceptional longevity’.
Physical Therapy for Seniors
“The goal of therapy is to alleviate pain and return to mobility,” says Jean Brooks, Senior Vice President of Rehabilitation, American Senior Communities. Research has shown that seniors can increase strength well into their 90s!”
A Golf Swing for Seniors
Golf is one of the few sports that can be played regardless of age or ability, but like any sport, it still takes a physical toll on your body. Adjusting your swing can help.
Dieting for Diabetes
Adult onset diabetes, type 2, is very common in older Americans. Luckily, by creating a healthy eating plan you can learn how to prevent and manage symptoms.
How Much Water Do I Need?
Figuring out how much water your body needs in a day is actually pretty easy, and staying properly hydrated has health benefits that include reduced migraines to less irritability.
Radiation Therapy: What to Expect
If you have recently been diagnosed with any type of Cancer and require radiation therapy, here is what you can expect from the your medical team and treatments.
Planning a Funeral
Nobody likes to think about death, but it is an inevitable part of our lives. Often a subject that is not discussed, planning ahead for yourself and your loved ones can save money, reduce stress during times of grief, and ensure each individual is sent off in the way they desire.
Vitamins by Age
Our bodies are constantly changing; so, it is no surprise that we require different vitamins at different points in our lives. See what supplements are recommended based on your age to keep feeling like your best self.
Positive Moves: Brain Health and Exercise
In a study completed at the University of Calgary School of Medicine in Canada, they have found that aerobic exercises positively affects brain health.
Senior Healthcare Costs Continue Rising
Skyrocketing healthcare costs affect all Americans, seniors included. A system that costs too much and delivers too little leads to Americans going bankrupt or dying trying to get the care they need.
Top Medication Tracking Apps
Why are there so many different pills! Keeping track of when each one should be taken can become tiresome, luckily there are a few apps to help with that.
5 Things Happy Seniors Do
Aging can be filled with loss and mental and physical challenges. While many people struggle to stay optimistic, it is possible to find joy at every age of your life. Here are some things you can do to kickstart your journey to finding happiness.
Medical Alert Devices
There are a lot of medical alert devices on the market, but which one is best for you or your loved one? Compare devices and learn what features are available in this comprehensive guide.
Expanding Past Patient-Centered Healthcare
Individuals with chronic conditions have a wealth of knowledge regarding daily care that can be used to enhance the experience of others with similar conditions, but with a healthcare system dominated by the medical model, this knowledge is not often shared.
Don’t Call Them ‘Old People Shoes’
Support, comfort, and style in one package? Check! These top-rated orthopedic shoes are sure to get you back on your feet in no time and in style.
Caregiving: What are my responsibilities?
So, you’ve taken on the task of being a caregiver? Whether you are new to a career in caregiving or you are a helpful friend or family member, learning what you need to do is key to success.
Relaxation Techniques for Seniors
Relaxation techniques are essential to maintaining good health. Regularly practiced, they have been shown to strengthen the body’s immune system, help control blood pressure, improve the body’s ability to manage glucose, reduce stress, and diminish pain.
High Blood Pressure: The Health Implications And How To Avoid Them
58% of adults 55+ are actively being treated for high blood pressure (Hypertension). It is by far the most common chronic condition amongst seniors in the United States and one of the most dangerous.
The Joy of Aging
Alan D. Castel, psychologist and author of Better With Age: The Psychology of Successful Aging, dissects the subject of happiness. When looking at different age groups, he finds it’s not the young, but the old that are happiest.
A Guide to Shingles
Did you have Chickenpox as a child? Then you should know that Shingles, a reactivation of the Chickenpox, commonly occurs with increased age. Learn what the Shingles virus is and how to care for your elderly loved ones if they are diagnosed.
The Benefits of Visiting a Geriatric Specialist
When it comes to healthy aging, maintaining a good relationship with a doctor that knows how to care for your needs is important. For some older adults, changing from a primary care physician to a geriatrician just makes sense.
How to Care for Someone with Dementia during Covid-19
Caring for someone with dementia during a pandemic means facing unusual challenges due to social distancing and increased health risks. Luckily, we have tips to help you through this tough time.
Eating Healthy as a Senior
It can be tough to get enough nutrients as an older adult. Know what you should be eating with this short article from Eating Right.
How to Protect Your Heart During Treatment
As cancer patients survive longer because of better treatments, they may be more likely to die of something else, including heart disease.
8 Arthritis Exercise Tips
For the 21 million American adults suffering from arthritis, stiff, painful joints can make even an easy exercise program feel impossible.
Swimming for Seniors
Swimming has been shown to improve heart health, strengthen muscles and reduce stress. Low impact and fun, swimming is an ideal exercise option for seniors.
“Talking Tables” Fight Isolation
As a means of combatting loneliness, a major grocery chain is launching a string of new meeting places that will encourage people to talk to strangers.
Tips to Beat the Summer Heat
While the summer brings us warmth and bloom, prolonged exposure to excessive heat in summer months can be dangerous. This is especially true for older adults. Every summer, more than 600 Americans die of health problems caused by excessive heat and humidity.
Bill Bryson: We Have Not Addressed Ageing
What we do about poor health and quality of life in old age is something society has not come to terms with and is going to be a real problem, the writer Bill Bryson has warned.
Facing Winter Blues
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a condition in which individuals experience increased depression during winter months.
Avoiding Vision Problems During Your Golden Years
The risk of developing serious eye diseases and major vision problems increases with age. That’s why it’s so important to be proactive about protecting your older adult’s sight.
ER, Urgent Care, Primary Care: Which One Do I Use?
When a senior develops an urgent medical need, it can be difficult to know where to seek treatment, especially due to their often complex health history.
The Reality of CPR
What we usually see on TV paints a rosy picture of CPR and leads many of us to think everyone would want it. After all, the CPR shown on TV is quick, painless, and almost always works.
A Drop-In Chef for Your Home
A healthy diet is good for everyone, but as people get older, cooking nutritious food can become difficult and sometimes physically impossible. A pot of soup can be too heavy to lift, an there’s all that time standing on your feet. It’s one of the reasons that people move into assisted living facilities.
Expand Your “HealthSpan” with These Tips
The new thinking about aging considers not just how long one lives, but how vibrant tone stays later in life.
“If you’re living, you want to be living well,” said Tim Peterson, an assistant professor of internal medicine at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. “Most people who were interested in life span and were studying genes – which control life span – switched to ‘health span.'”
Coffee For Seniors: Why and How You Should Drink It
Despite a few negative rumors, there are some major health benefits that come from drinking a cup of joe. Coffee drinkers are roughly 25% less likely to experience colon, liver or breast cancers!
Make Your Heart Look 30 Years Younger
We know we need to exercise for our health, but a lifelong exercise habit may also help us feel younger and stay stronger well into our senior years. In fact, people in their 70s who have been exercising regularly for decades seem to have put a brake on the aging process, maintaining the heart, lung and muscle fitness of healthy people at least 30 years younger.
Your Perception of ‘Old’ Will Continue to Change
My perception of old age is inextricably linked to my grandmother. When I was a kid, I thought this 65-year-old, white-haired woman whose entire body wobbled when she walked was very old. Now that I’m 66, my personal perception – or perhaps, misperception – of old age has changed. I suspect I’ve got lots of company.
Aging Department Hosts Roundtable Discussion on Mental Health Among Seniors
Harrisburg, PA (WHTM) – The Department of Aging led a roundtable discussion about mental health among senior citizens and people with disabilities.
Can a Marathon Turn Back the Clock?
The benefits were greater for people who were older or started off less fit, Manisty finds in recent London study.
A Better MRI Test to Study Aging
The external phenomena of aging are known to all of us. We can expect graying hair, bone loss, fatigue or memory difficulties.
New Risk Factors of Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis affects millions of people around the world. However, more and more environmental risk factors are coming to light.
Creating a Cancer Binder
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with cancer, use this helpful guide to learn how to make a cancer binder for saving and organizing important information.
Downsizing with Alzheimer’s
All the emotions associated with the downsizing process can be complicated further if one of the seniors involved is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease.
How Smell and Taste Change Over Time
Sally looked forward to Thanksgiving dinner at her daughter’s house every year. She loved the smell of the turkey and all the fixings. She couldn’t wait to dig in, but this year it didn’t smell like Thanksgiving… When Sally ate the holiday food, she felt let down.
Love to Read? It Could Help You Live Longer
A recent study by Yale University researchers concluded that “book readers experienced a 20 percent reduction in risk of mortality.”
“Elderhood”: A Clearer Map For Aging
“My youngest patient has been 60 and my oldest 111, so we’re really talking a half-century there,” she says. “I need to be a different sort of doctor for people at different ages and phases of old age.”
New Biological Targets Could Fight Cancer
A team of geneticists have discovered new biological targets that may help devise therapies for cancers.
US Cancer Institute: It’s Not Too Late to Stop Smoking
You’re never too old to reap the health benefits of quitting smoking, a new study finds.
My 92-Year-Old Father Didn’t Need More Medical Care
Ordering up more tests and surgeries for dying patients is easy. Getting patients the end-of-life care they deserve takes much more effort.
Looking on the Bright Side Might Help You Live Past 85
Research shows that people with a more positive outlook also achieve ‘exceptional longevity’.
Expanding Past Patient-Centered Healthcare
Individuals with chronic conditions have a wealth of knowledge regarding daily care that can be used to enhance the experience of others with similar conditions, but with a healthcare system dominated by the medical model, this knowledge is not often shared.
Don’t Call Them ‘Old People Shoes’
Support, comfort, and style in one package? Check! These top-rated orthopedic shoes are sure to get you back on your feet in no time and in style.
Caregiving: What are my responsibilities?
So, you’ve taken on the task of being a caregiver? Whether you are new to a career in caregiving or you are a helpful friend or family member, learning what you need to do is key to success.
Relaxation Techniques for Seniors
Relaxation techniques are essential to maintaining good health. Regularly practiced, they have been shown to strengthen the body’s immune system, help control blood pressure, improve the body’s ability to manage glucose, reduce stress, and diminish pain.
High Blood Pressure: The Health Implications And How To Avoid Them
58% of adults 55+ are actively being treated for high blood pressure (Hypertension). It is by far the most common chronic condition amongst seniors in the United States and one of the most dangerous.
The Joy of Aging
Alan D. Castel, psychologist and author of Better With Age: The Psychology of Successful Aging, dissects the subject of happiness. When looking at different age groups, he finds it’s not the young, but the old that are happiest.
A Guide to Shingles
Did you have Chickenpox as a child? Then you should know that Shingles, a reactivation of the Chickenpox, commonly occurs with increased age. Learn what the Shingles virus is and how to care for your elderly loved ones if they are diagnosed.
The Benefits of Visiting a Geriatric Specialist
When it comes to healthy aging, maintaining a good relationship with a doctor that knows how to care for your needs is important. For some older adults, changing from a primary care physician to a geriatrician just makes sense.
How to Care for Someone with Dementia during Covid-19
Caring for someone with dementia during a pandemic means facing unusual challenges due to social distancing and increased health risks. Luckily, we have tips to help you through this tough time.
Eating Healthy as a Senior
It can be tough to get enough nutrients as an older adult. Know what you should be eating with this short article from Eating Right.
How to Protect Your Heart During Treatment
As cancer patients survive longer because of better treatments, they may be more likely to die of something else, including heart disease.
8 Arthritis Exercise Tips
For the 21 million American adults suffering from arthritis, stiff, painful joints can make even an easy exercise program feel impossible.
Swimming for Seniors
Swimming has been shown to improve heart health, strengthen muscles and reduce stress. Low impact and fun, swimming is an ideal exercise option for seniors.
“Talking Tables” Fight Isolation
As a means of combatting loneliness, a major grocery chain is launching a string of new meeting places that will encourage people to talk to strangers.
Tips to Beat the Summer Heat
While the summer brings us warmth and bloom, prolonged exposure to excessive heat in summer months can be dangerous. This is especially true for older adults. Every summer, more than 600 Americans die of health problems caused by excessive heat and humidity.
Bill Bryson: We Have Not Addressed Ageing
What we do about poor health and quality of life in old age is something society has not come to terms with and is going to be a real problem, the writer Bill Bryson has warned.
Facing Winter Blues
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a condition in which individuals experience increased depression during winter months.
Avoiding Vision Problems During Your Golden Years
The risk of developing serious eye diseases and major vision problems increases with age. That’s why it’s so important to be proactive about protecting your older adult’s sight.
ER, Urgent Care, Primary Care: Which One Do I Use?
When a senior develops an urgent medical need, it can be difficult to know where to seek treatment, especially due to their often complex health history.
The Reality of CPR
What we usually see on TV paints a rosy picture of CPR and leads many of us to think everyone would want it. After all, the CPR shown on TV is quick, painless, and almost always works.
A Drop-In Chef for Your Home
A healthy diet is good for everyone, but as people get older, cooking nutritious food can become difficult and sometimes physically impossible. A pot of soup can be too heavy to lift, an there’s all that time standing on your feet. It’s one of the reasons that people move into assisted living facilities.
Expand Your “HealthSpan” with These Tips
The new thinking about aging considers not just how long one lives, but how vibrant tone stays later in life.
“If you’re living, you want to be living well,” said Tim Peterson, an assistant professor of internal medicine at the Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. “Most people who were interested in life span and were studying genes – which control life span – switched to ‘health span.'”
Coffee For Seniors: Why and How You Should Drink It
Despite a few negative rumors, there are some major health benefits that come from drinking a cup of joe. Coffee drinkers are roughly 25% less likely to experience colon, liver or breast cancers!
Make Your Heart Look 30 Years Younger
We know we need to exercise for our health, but a lifelong exercise habit may also help us feel younger and stay stronger well into our senior years. In fact, people in their 70s who have been exercising regularly for decades seem to have put a brake on the aging process, maintaining the heart, lung and muscle fitness of healthy people at least 30 years younger.
Your Perception of ‘Old’ Will Continue to Change
My perception of old age is inextricably linked to my grandmother. When I was a kid, I thought this 65-year-old, white-haired woman whose entire body wobbled when she walked was very old. Now that I’m 66, my personal perception – or perhaps, misperception – of old age has changed. I suspect I’ve got lots of company.
Aging Department Hosts Roundtable Discussion on Mental Health Among Seniors
Harrisburg, PA (WHTM) – The Department of Aging led a roundtable discussion about mental health among senior citizens and people with disabilities.
Can a Marathon Turn Back the Clock?
The benefits were greater for people who were older or started off less fit, Manisty finds in recent London study.
A Better MRI Test to Study Aging
The external phenomena of aging are known to all of us. We can expect graying hair, bone loss, fatigue or memory difficulties.
New Risk Factors of Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis affects millions of people around the world. However, more and more environmental risk factors are coming to light.
Creating a Cancer Binder
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with cancer, use this helpful guide to learn how to make a cancer binder for saving and organizing important information.
Downsizing with Alzheimer’s
All the emotions associated with the downsizing process can be complicated further if one of the seniors involved is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease.
How Smell and Taste Change Over Time
Sally looked forward to Thanksgiving dinner at her daughter’s house every year. She loved the smell of the turkey and all the fixings. She couldn’t wait to dig in, but this year it didn’t smell like Thanksgiving… When Sally ate the holiday food, she felt let down.
Love to Read? It Could Help You Live Longer
A recent study by Yale University researchers concluded that “book readers experienced a 20 percent reduction in risk of mortality.”
“Elderhood”: A Clearer Map For Aging
“My youngest patient has been 60 and my oldest 111, so we’re really talking a half-century there,” she says. “I need to be a different sort of doctor for people at different ages and phases of old age.”
New Biological Targets Could Fight Cancer
A team of geneticists have discovered new biological targets that may help devise therapies for cancers.
US Cancer Institute: It’s Not Too Late to Stop Smoking
You’re never too old to reap the health benefits of quitting smoking, a new study finds.
My 92-Year-Old Father Didn’t Need More Medical Care
Ordering up more tests and surgeries for dying patients is easy. Getting patients the end-of-life care they deserve takes much more effort.
Looking on the Bright Side Might Help You Live Past 85
Research shows that people with a more positive outlook also achieve ‘exceptional longevity’.
Caregiving: What are my responsibilities?
So, you’ve taken on the task of being a caregiver? Whether you are new to a career in caregiving or you are a helpful friend or family member, learning what you need to do is key to success.
Relaxation Techniques for Seniors
Relaxation techniques are essential to maintaining good health. Regularly practiced, they have been shown to strengthen the body’s immune system, help control blood pressure, improve the body’s ability to manage glucose, reduce stress, and diminish pain.
High Blood Pressure: The Health Implications And How To Avoid Them
58% of adults 55+ are actively being treated for high blood pressure (Hypertension). It is by far the most common chronic condition amongst seniors in the United States and one of the most dangerous.
The Joy of Aging
Alan D. Castel, psychologist and author of Better With Age: The Psychology of Successful Aging, dissects the subject of happiness. When looking at different age groups, he finds it’s not the young, but the old that are happiest.
A Guide to Shingles
Did you have Chickenpox as a child? Then you should know that Shingles, a reactivation of the Chickenpox, commonly occurs with increased age. Learn what the Shingles virus is and how to care for your elderly loved ones if they are diagnosed.
The Benefits of Visiting a Geriatric Specialist
When it comes to healthy aging, maintaining a good relationship with a doctor that knows how to care for your needs is important. For some older adults, changing from a primary care physician to a geriatrician just makes sense.
How to Care for Someone with Dementia during Covid-19
Caring for someone with dementia during a pandemic means facing unusual challenges due to social distancing and increased health risks. Luckily, we have tips to help you through this tough time.
Eating Healthy as a Senior
It can be tough to get enough nutrients as an older adult. Know what you should be eating with this short article from Eating Right.
How to Protect Your Heart During Treatment
As cancer patients survive longer because of better treatments, they may be more likely to die of something else, including heart disease.
8 Arthritis Exercise Tips
For the 21 million American adults suffering from arthritis, stiff, painful joints can make even an easy exercise program feel impossible.
Swimming for Seniors
Swimming has been shown to improve heart health, strengthen muscles and reduce stress. Low impact and fun, swimming is an ideal exercise option for seniors.
“Talking Tables” Fight Isolation
As a means of combatting loneliness, a major grocery chain is launching a string of new meeting places that will encourage people to talk to strangers.
Tips to Beat the Summer Heat
While the summer brings us warmth and bloom, prolonged exposure to excessive heat in summer months can be dangerous. This is especially true for older adults. Every summer, more than 600 Americans die of health problems caused by excessive heat and humidity.
Bill Bryson: We Have Not Addressed Ageing
What we do about poor health and quality of life in old age is something society has not come to terms with and is going to be a real problem, the writer Bill Bryson has warned.
Facing Winter Blues
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a condition in which individuals experience increased depression during winter months.
Avoiding Vision Problems During Your Golden Years
The risk of developing serious eye diseases and major vision problems increases with age. That’s why it’s so important to be proactive about protecting your older adult’s sight.
ER, Urgent Care, Primary Care: Which One Do I Use?
When a senior develops an urgent medical need, it can be difficult to know where to seek treatment, especially due to their often complex health history.
The Reality of CPR
What we usually see on TV paints a rosy picture of CPR and leads many of us to think everyone would want it. After all, the CPR shown on TV is quick, painless, and almost always works.
A Drop-In Chef for Your Home
A healthy diet is good for everyone, but as people get older, cooking nutritious food can become difficult and sometimes physically impossible. A pot of soup can be too heavy to lift, an there’s all that time standing on your feet. It’s one of the reasons that people move into assisted living facilities.
Expand Your “HealthSpan” with These Tips
The new thinking about aging considers not just how long one lives, but how vibrant tone stays later in life.
Coffee For Seniors: Why and How You Should Drink It
Despite a few negative rumors, there are some major health benefits that come from drinking a cup of joe. Coffee drinkers are roughly 25% less likely to experience colon, liver or breast cancers!
Make Your Heart Look 30 Years Younger
We know we need to exercise for our health, but a lifelong exercise habit may also help us feel younger and stay stronger well into our senior years. In fact, people in their 70s who have been exercising regularly for decades seem to have put a brake on the aging process, maintaining the heart, lung and muscle fitness of healthy people at least 30 years younger.
Your Perception of ‘Old’ Will Continue to Change
My perception of old age is inextricably linked to my grandmother. When I was a kid, I thought this 65-year-old, white-haired woman whose entire body wobbled when she walked was very old. Now that I’m 66, my personal perception – or perhaps, misperception – of old age has changed. I suspect I’ve got lots of company.
Aging Department Hosts Roundtable Discussion on Mental Health Among Seniors
Harrisburg, PA (WHTM) – The Department of Aging led a roundtable discussion about mental health among senior citizens and people with disabilities.
Can a Marathon Turn Back the Clock?
The benefits were greater for people who were older or started off less fit, Manisty finds in recent London study.
A Better MRI Test to Study Aging
The external phenomena of aging are known to all of us. We can expect graying hair, bone loss, fatigue or memory difficulties.
New Risk Factors of Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis affects millions of people around the world. However, more and more environmental risk factors are coming to light.
Creating a Cancer Binder
If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with cancer, use this helpful guide to learn how to make a cancer binder for saving and organizing important information.
Downsizing with Alzheimer’s
All the emotions associated with the downsizing process can be complicated further if one of the seniors involved is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease.
How Smell and Taste Change Over Time
Sally looked forward to Thanksgiving dinner at her daughter’s house every year. She loved the smell of the turkey and all the fixings. She couldn’t wait to dig in, but this year it didn’t smell like Thanksgiving… When Sally ate the holiday food, she felt let down.
Love to Read? It Could Help You Live Longer
A recent study by Yale University researchers concluded that “book readers experienced a 20 percent reduction in risk of mortality.”
“Elderhood”: A Clearer Map For Aging
“My youngest patient has been 60 and my oldest 111, so we’re really talking a half-century there,” she says. “I need to be a different sort of doctor for people at different ages and phases of old age.”
New Biological Targets Could Fight Cancer
A team of geneticists have discovered new biological targets that may help devise therapies for cancers.
US Cancer Institute: It’s Not Too Late to Stop Smoking
You’re never too old to reap the health benefits of quitting smoking, a new study finds.
My 92-Year-Old Father Didn’t Need More Medical Care
Ordering up more tests and surgeries for dying patients is easy. Getting patients the end-of-life care they deserve takes much more effort.
Looking on the Bright Side Might Help You Live Past 85
Research shows that people with a more positive outlook also achieve ‘exceptional longevity’.
Repercussions of Seniors Avoiding Technology
What are our obligations as a society to those who, for reasons of financial capacity, technological discomfort or personal preference, can’t – or won’t – adopt new technology?
Using CBD Oil to Reduce Inflammation
Inflammation is difficult for anyone, but it hits seniors especially hard. For those 55+, inflammation can be much more difficult to get through than younger individuals.
Debunking Myths About Seniors
Myth-Information is a widely held and/or promoted, butt false, piece of information.
Global Lifespan is Expected to Increase by 2040
A study published in The Lancet on Tuesday examined 250 causes of death between 1990 and 2016 in 195 countries and used that data to generate predictions for 2017 to 2040.
Stumbling Upon a Way to Reverse Aging
In a small clinical trial, scientists were looking for a means to restore the thymus and managed to reverse various aspects of biological aging.