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Musculoskeletal: senior couple exercising with weights 1458814561

7 Tips for How to Increase Bone Density After 60

Written By Kim Grundy, PTUpdated on Aug 4, 2025
Caregiving: medicare: nursing home breakfast 1475231285

Does Medicare Pay for Nursing Home Costs?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNUpdated on Jul 10, 2025
Health: Senior health: senior woman fall outdoors 1202011332

11 Types of Medications That Increase Fall Risk in Older Adults

Written By Nicole Andonian, MDUpdated on Jul 1, 2025
Health: Alzheimers Disease: forgetting medication woman-1151366798
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10 Early Signs of Alzheimer’s and Dementia

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urinary-tract-infection: GRxH diptic uti antibiotics

Can Methenamine and Vitamin C Help Prevent Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)?

Written By Karla Robinson, MDUpdated on Jun 23, 2025
Medicare: MRI: senior woman pre MRI scan 512702234

Does Medicare Cover MRI Scans?

Written By DeShena Woodard, BSN, RNUpdated on Jun 9, 2025
kidneys: woman in a hospital gown speaking to a medical professional 981468200

What Are the Signs of Severe Dehydration? How to Know If You Need to Go to the ER

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPUpdated on Jun 2, 2025
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What Is the SilverSneakers Program? How to Get a Free Gym Membership Through Medicare

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAUpdated on May 5, 2025
Vaccines: closeup vaccine in arm 2169352313

Researchers Discover a New Side Effect of the Shingles Vaccine: A Lower Risk of Dementia

Written By Anne Jacobson, MD, MPHPublished on May 1, 2025
Dementia: Xanax and valium: examining pill bottle closely-1155142035

Does Xanax Cause Dementia or Memory Loss?

Written By Valerie Anne Jones, MDUpdated on Apr 1, 2025
Diet and Nutrition: mother daughter preparing a meal 1841188667

How Many Calories Should You Eat Based on Age? Calculate Your Needs to Lose, Gain, or Maintain Weight

Written By Alisa BowmanPublished on Apr 1, 2025
Medicare: adults caring for elder parent 1802990126

Does Medicare Pay Family Caregivers?

Written By Imani S. AustinPublished on Feb 28, 2025
Medicare: grandmother spending time with family 1337522839

Does Medicare Cover Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and Supplies?

Written By Lisa Brooke KaelinPublished on Feb 26, 2025
Health: Dementia: senior woman blank stare 1347158215

A List of Drugs Linked to Dementia

Written By Nicole Rowe, MDUpdated on Feb 11, 2025
Caregiving: senior couple finances 1376529815

Does Medicare Cover Palliative Care? 25 Conditions That May Qualify

Written By DeShena Woodard, BSN, RNUpdated on Feb 3, 2025
supplements-herbs: woman researching medication on smartphone 2185380066

How to Pick the Best Vitamin E Supplements (and Know If You Need One in the First Place)

Written By Emily Hulse, MS, RDPublished on Feb 3, 2025
alzheimers-disease: senior woman looking out window 1472634406

What Is Your Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease? Key Risk Factors, and How You Can Lower Them

Written By Anne Jacobson, MD, MPHPublished on Jan 7, 2025
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What Causes Cataracts, and How Can You Avoid Them?

Written By Nishika Reddy, MDUpdated on Jan 3, 2025
mental health: senior man sad at home 1486141532

Can You Die From Loneliness? Yes, but There Are Ways to Prevent It

Written By Jennifer Arnouville, DO, FAAFPPublished on Jan 2, 2025
environmental: man warming his hands 1058823588

What Is Hypothermia? Symptoms, Causes, and Prevention

Written By Samantha C. Shapiro, MDUpdated on Dec 18, 2024
Medicare: Medigap: researching on laptop 1567362270

What Is Medigap (Medicare Supplement Insurance), and Who Is Eligible for It?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNUpdated on Dec 10, 2024
Health: Health Insurance: GettyImages 1184728660

Medicare Open Enrollment: What You Need to Know for the 2025 Coverage Year

Written By Cindy George, MPHUpdated on Nov 21, 2024
Health: Flu Vaccination: GettyImages 1302248571

Which Vaccines Does Medicare Cover?

Written By Geoff WilliamsUpdated on Nov 8, 2024
Senior health: examining senior woman with stethoscope 2156064423

5 Best Electrolyte Drinks for Older Adults

Written By Christine Giordano, MDPublished on Nov 7, 2024
Caregiving: healthcare workers assisted living 1345484093

Does Medicare Cover Assisted Living?

Written By DeShena Woodard, BSN, RNUpdated on Nov 6, 2024
Parkinson’s-disease: doctor speaking to senior patient 1367401296

Does Parkinson’s Disease Increase Your Risk of Dementia?

Written By Jennifer Arnouville, DO, FAAFPPublished on Nov 4, 2024
Health: Parkinson's disease: closeup nurse holding elderly patients hands-895087964

Parkinson’s Disease Stages and Progression, Explained

Written By Joanna Jan, MDUpdated on Oct 24, 2024
Patient experiences: patient stories feel hydrated option 2

Caregivers Give Tips on Helping Older Adults Stay Hydrated

Written By Marcia FrellickPublished on Oct 21, 2024
Osteoarthritis: explaining spine diagnosis 1525314481

Treatment for Degenerative Disc Disease: How to Find the Right One for You

Written By Mandy Armitage, MDUpdated on Oct 18, 2024
Health: Caregiving: woman doing finances 1304359930

Does Medicare Cover Home Healthcare?

Written By Mitzi S. MorrisUpdated on Oct 17, 2024
Osteoarthritis: closeup woman with elbow pain 1937556851

6 Early Warning Signs of Osteoarthritis

Written By Christine Giordano, MDPublished on Oct 9, 2024
Senior-health: senior woman taking medication 1472551897

The 16 Vitamins and Minerals You Need as an Older Adult — and How to Get Them

Written By Anne Jacobson, MD, MPHUpdated on Oct 2, 2024
Health: Vaccines: GettyImages 1302282158
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Guide to Shingrix (Shingles Vaccine): Side Effects, Cost, Schedule, and More

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Updated on Oct 1, 2024
Senior Health: Ear: senior woman with smartphone to ear 2155621526

4 Early Signs of Hearing Loss You Don’t Want to Ignore

Written By Caroline Amin, MDPublished on Oct 1, 2024
supplements-herbs: DHEA dosage

DHEA Dosages: Your GoodRx Guide

Written By Jill Barat, PharmDPublished on Sep 23, 2024
Medicare: doctor speaking to senior patient 985524096

Does Medicare Cover Incontinence Surgery?

Written By Veneta LuskPublished on Sep 16, 2024
Joints: Senior: closeup man using shoe horn 1418183897

What Is a Hip Kit, and How Much Does It Cost?

Written By Manfred SyPublished on Sep 16, 2024
Caregiving: daughter hugging senior mother 1299906587

It’s Hard to Be a Caregiver — Therapy May Help With the Mental Load

Written By Mia BarnesPublished on Sep 3, 2024
Senior Health: senior man medical appointment 1792036522

What Type of Doctor Treats Parkinson’s Disease? A Look at the Different Types That Play a Role

Written By Alexandria Nyembwe, PhD, MBA, RNPublished on Sep 3, 2024
Senior Health: senior man with vertigo 2164535337

Common Causes of Vertigo in Elderly Adults, and When It Shouldn’t Be Ignored

Written By Michael Dreis, MDPublished on Sep 3, 2024
Musculoskeletal: portrait of woman doing bicep curl 1465050945

5 Tips for How to Maintain Muscle Mass as You Age

Written By Lauren BedoskyPublished on Aug 27, 2024
Health: movement exercise: senior woman stretching and balancing on workout ball-645435106

10 Best Balance Exercises to Improve Stability

Written By Kimberly DrakeUpdated on Aug 26, 2024
Senior health: closeup giving senior woman medication 1464263464

Medication Management for Older Adults: 11 Pharmacist-Backed Tips for Caregivers

Written By Niousha Nader, PharmD, BCCCPPublished on Aug 16, 2024
Senior-Health: senior men talking on park bench 1289142983

Why Your Voice Changes as You Get Older

Written By Caroline Amin, MDPublished on Aug 15, 2024
Environmental: woman sweating outdoors 1706398891

How Hot Is Too Hot? Here’s What Temperature Is Considered Too Hot for Humans

Written By Inga Johannesson, DOPublished on Aug 6, 2024
Patient advocacy: senior woman on exam table during appointment 2151967105

Upcoming Doctor’s Appointment? A Doctor Herself Shares What to Do Before, During, and After

Written By Anne Jacobson, MD, MPHPublished on Aug 1, 2024
Medicare: closeup man holding a cane 669938158

Does Medicare Cover Canes?

Written By Lisa Brooke KaelinPublished on Aug 1, 2024
Medicare: man walking with crutches 1303495846

Does Medicare Cover Crutches?

Written By Lisa Brooke KaelinPublished on Jul 26, 2024
Medicare: senior woman with walker at home 1456237462

Does Medicare Cover Walkers?

Written By Lisa Brooke KaelinPublished on Jul 26, 2024
Urology: senior couple at phamarcy 1974036078

How Much Do Incontinence Pads and Other Supplies Cost Without Insurance?

Written By Veneta LuskPublished on Jul 22, 2024
Patient experiences: patient stories feel sex life option 2

Having a Sexual Awakening at 70, Even After Joint Surgeries

Written By Maria Veres, MAPublished on Jul 9, 2024
diet-nutrition: close up plate of oysters GettyImages 1307516357

12 Foods High in Zinc, an Essential Immune-Boosting Mineral

Written By Lauren Armstrong, RDNUpdated on Jul 8, 2024
Health: Supplements & Herbs: grandma taking pill 1453336959

Can Prevagen Improve Memory? Uses, Side Effects, and More

Written By Christina Aungst, PharmDUpdated on Jun 25, 2024
Medicare:senior woman at home care 1266815835

Does Medicare Cover Home Healthcare for Dementia?

Written By Imani S. AustinPublished on Jun 25, 2024
Caregiving: caregiver with senior 1470789115

How Much Does Adult Day Care Cost?

Written By Lisa Brooke KaelinPublished on Jun 24, 2024
Senior Health: Caregiving: daugher feeding elderly mother 1294521542

How to Help an Aging Parent Who Needs More Care

Written By Cherilyn Davis, MDUpdated on Jun 5, 2024
alzheimers-disease: man consoling senior mother 1476742815

How to Talk to Someone Just Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s: Do’s, Don’ts, and How to Help

Written By Jennifer Arnouville, DO, FAAFPPublished on Jun 5, 2024
Digital-Health: closeup senior woman pressing alarm button 838500250

Does Medicare Cover Medical Alert Systems?

Written By Lisa Brooke KaelinPublished on May 29, 2024
Digital-Health: woman helping elder with finances 1181408144

How Much Does a Medical Alert System Cost Without Insurance?

Written By Lisa Brooke KaelinPublished on May 29, 2024
caregiving: woman talking with elderly parents 1207392958

How Do You Talk to Your Parent About Moving Into Assisted Living?

Written By Liz Talago, MEdPublished on May 28, 2024
FSA: HSA: Retirement: senior woman at nursing home GettyImages 1316202210

7 Ways You Can Use Your HSA During Retirement

Written By Tom Taulli, EAUpdated on May 17, 2024
Senior Health: woman hugging elderly parent 1915738426

11 Signs Your Parent May Need a Nursing Home

Written By Ana GasconPublished on May 17, 2024
Musculoskeletal: closeup doctor examining feet 1135588159

What Are Common Foot Problems in Older Adults, and How Do You Treat Them?

Written By Kim Grundy, PTPublished on May 16, 2024
caregiving: caregiver with senior patient 1471084563

How to Talk About Hospice Care With Your Loved One

Written By Liz Talago, MEdPublished on May 14, 2024
Senior-health: woman holding hands with man at hospital bedside 2032134410

Feeding Tubes for Older Adults: Is It the Right Decision?

Written By Jennifer Arnouville, DO, FAAFPPublished on May 2, 2024
Health: Medicare: man assists woman in wheelchair into car 1082955788

Does Medicare Cover Medical Transportation?

Written By Brookie MadisonUpdated on Apr 26, 2024
Caregiving: senior woman drinking tea with a friend 1475323773

Does Medicaid Pay for Assisted Living?

Written By Imani S. AustinPublished on Apr 24, 2024
Medicare: Stair lift: closeup woman on stair chairlift 1088937602

Does Medicare Cover Stair Lifts?

Written By Lisa Brooke KaelinUpdated on Apr 19, 2024
allergies: senior woman blowing her nose 1244463689

Is There a Best Allergy Medicine for Seniors? Safe Medications and Which Ones to Avoid

Written By Tegan Smedley, PharmD, APhPublished on Apr 18, 2024
Medicare: senior woman at gym 1289952457

Will Medicare Pay for Your Gym Membership?

Written By Camilo Hannibal SmithUpdated on Apr 17, 2024
Senior health: pills on blue and pink background 1278493860

9 Drug Interactions That Can Be More Dangerous As You Age

Written By Niousha Nader, PharmD, BCCCPPublished on Apr 17, 2024
Caregiving: senior woman with home caregiver 1761327612

Are You Being Discharged From the Hospital to a Skilled Nursing Facility? Key Facts to Know

Written By Anne Jacobson, MD, MPHPublished on Apr 2, 2024
Health: Insurance: senior woman using smart phone 1330522037

How to Enroll in a Medicare Prescription Drug Plan

Written By Dan Wagener, MAUpdated on Apr 1, 2024
Medicare: Flex card: senior woman credit card 1398090126

What Is a Medicare Flex Card for Seniors?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNUpdated on Apr 1, 2024
Senior health: woman doing yoga chair eagle

Chair Yoga for Seniors: 10 Poses and Tips to Get You Started

Written By Jody Braverman, CPT, RYTUpdated on Mar 21, 2024
caregiving: caregiver with senior woman at home 1761317241
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Self-Care for Caregivers: Tips on How to Reduce Caregiver Stress and Burnout

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Health: Senior health: caregiver hand on shoulder of patient 1432338987

9 Strategies to Try When an Aging Parent Won’t Take Their Medication

Written By Ana GasconPublished on Feb 21, 2024
Health: Musculoskeletal: senior woman with neck pain 1034261340

Fascia Stretching: Exercises and Tips to Keep Your Connective Tissue Healthy

Written By Kim Grundy, PTPublished on Feb 12, 2024
patient advocacy: closeup medical alert bracelet MHE 038

Who Should Wear a Medical Alert Bracelet?

Written By Ana GasconPublished on Jan 24, 2024
Dementia: Diagnosis: nurse older patient consult 489553444

Can You Test for Dementia? The Cognitive and Memory Tests Used to Diagnose Dementia

Written By Valerie Anne Jones, MDUpdated on Jan 11, 2024
Health: Menopause: woman cooling down with a fan 1480852667

What You Should Know About Vasomotor Symptoms (VMS) of Menopause and Treatment Options

Written By Patricia Pinto-Garcia, MD, MPHPublished on Jan 2, 2024
Health: Senior health: home nurse with patient 1313503819

Are Assisted Living Expenses Tax Deductible?

Written By Tom Taulli, EAPublished on Dec 19, 2023
senior health: senior woman playing boardgame 1395938899

6 Memory Improvement Games and Activities With Proven Benefits

Written By Jennifer Arnouville, DO, FAAFPPublished on Dec 1, 2023
Health: Ear: woman placing hearing aid 1435234380

Hearing Aids: A Guide to Types, How They Work, Cost, and More

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPPublished on Nov 28, 2023
Ear: woman with hearing aid 1470514388

Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids: Are They Right for You?

Written By Karen Hovav, MD, FAAPPublished on Nov 20, 2023
Health: Medicare: GettyImages 1267936656

Can I Avoid the Medicare Donut Hole? Here Are 5 Money-Saving Hacks

Written By Cindy George, MPHUpdated on Nov 17, 2023
senior health: woman doing pilates 1348460870

Does Age Affect Your Metabolism? How Getting Older Impacts Your Weight

Written By Ronald W. Dworkin, MD, PhDPublished on Nov 9, 2023
benign prostatic hyperplasia: provider holding pill bottle telehealth call 1295525248

6 Medication Treatments for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

Written By Ross Phan, PharmD, BCACP, BCGP, BCPSUpdated on Nov 2, 2023
Medicare: senior woman on the phone 1206604977

Is Medicare Free for Older Adults?

Written By Charlene Rhinehart, CPAPublished on Oct 24, 2023
senior health: Alzheimers: adult son father aging-519664446

How to Tell the Difference Between ‘Senior Moments’ and Dementia

Written By Cherilyn Davis, MDUpdated on Oct 2, 2023
Health: Movement and exercise: closeup woman doing squats with resistance band 1297100155

Functional Strength-Training Exercises for Better Mobility

Written By Elizabeth Millard, CPT, RYTPublished on Oct 2, 2023
movement-exercise: running: exercise: woman workout stretching 1062457690

8 Easy Hamstring Stretches You Can Do Anywhere

Written By Amber Sayer, MS, CPTUpdated on Sep 26, 2023
Health: Patient experiences: medicine cabinet caregiver featured image

How a Caregiver Protects Her Mom During Cold and Flu Season

Written By Liz CareyPublished on Sep 21, 2023
Health: Neurological: senior man reading ebook 1333557679

8 Mental and Physical Health Benefits of Reading

Written By Autumn DeweyPublished on Sep 13, 2023
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If You’re Living With Diabetes, Here’s What You Need to Know About Diabetic Retinopathy

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Published on Sep 7, 2023
Senior Health: Movement Exercise: senior couple meditation 1401144834

Want to Look Younger? Here Are the Single Best Anti-Aging Tips for Each Body Part

Written By Jennifer Arnouville, DO, FAAFPPublished on Sep 5, 2023
Health: Mens health: man at doctors appointment 542823326

A Guide to Cancer Screening Tests for Men

Written By Anne Jacobson, MD, MPHPublished on Sep 1, 2023
COVID-19: doctor patient masked 1278289491

How Does COVID Affect Memory? Exploring the Link Between COVID and Dementia

Written By Anne Jacobson, MD, MPHUpdated on Sep 1, 2023
AANHPI: elderly woman with daughter 1364570745

Mental Health in Asian American Seniors: Risk Factors, Resources, and More

Written By Jo ChangPublished on Aug 23, 2023
End-of-life: senior couple receiving advice 1053987352

Don’t Wait to Start End-of-Life Planning: Here’s What to Do

Written By Cherilyn Davis, MDPublished on Aug 1, 2023
Lecanemab-Irmb: daughter father paperwork 1394729033

What to Know About Lecanemab (Leqembi), a New Medication for Early Alzheimer's Disease

Written By Joshua Murdock, PharmD, BCBBSUpdated on Jul 7, 2023
Caregiving: nurse with patient at home 1391663886

Long-Term Care: How to Decide Which Option Is Best for You

Written By Nicole Rowe, MDPublished on Jul 6, 2023
LGBTQ: older gay couple hugging outside home 1414830142

Tips to Find Housing for LGBTQ Older Adults

Written By Lois AngeloPublished on Jul 6, 2023
Senior health: man looking out window 1334849450

Confusion in Older Adults: How to Tell the Difference Between Delirium vs. Dementia

Written By Jennifer Arnouville, DO, FAAFPPublished on Jul 5, 2023
Health: Senior health: senior man routine medical appointment 1208245026

A Guide to the Most Important Health Screenings for Adults Over 65

Written By Anne Jacobson, MD, MPHPublished on Jul 1, 2023
Senior health: delirium: elderly woman holding flower hugged by daughter 1417991109

Why Do Older Adults Get Confused? A Look at the Causes and Symptoms of Delirium

Written By Jennifer Arnouville, DO, FAAFPPublished on Jun 1, 2023
Senior health: senior man smiling on the phone 1181654189

8 Proven Tips for Aging Gracefully

Written By Karen Asp, MA, CPTPublished on May 19, 2023
Health: Gastroenterology: senior man stomach pain 801008384

Diverticulosis vs. Diverticulitis: What’s the Difference?

Written By Valerie Emuakhagbon, MDPublished on May 10, 2023
Health: Diet and nutrition: woman eating plant based snack 1390051489

What Is the Blue Zones Diet and Can It Help Boost Longevity? 6 Foods and Benefits to Consider

Written By Joanna Foley, RDPublished on May 8, 2023
Health: Arexvy: Manufacturing-team-member-on-production-line CourtesyofGSK 2400

5 Things Older Adults Should Know About Arexvy: The First RSV Vaccine

Written By Alyssa Billingsley, PharmDPublished on May 8, 2023
Health: Healthy aging: senior women birthday celebration 1051808362

8 Expert-Backed Nutrition Tips for Healthy Aging

Written By Candace Nelson, MS, CNPublished on May 3, 2023
Health: Generalized anxiety disorder: senior woman worried look 1193860867

How is Anxiety Different in Older Adults? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

Written By Cherilyn Davis, MDUpdated on May 1, 2023
Neurological: woman telling a story 1205880180

Confabulation: Explaining a Symptom That Can Be Confused With Lying

Written By Katherine Krive, DOPublished on May 1, 2023
gastroenterology: woman hospital bed 884642004

Ischemic Colitis: Signs and Symptoms of This Common Bowel Problem

Written By Valerie Emuakhagbon, MDPublished on May 1, 2023
Benadryl: Dementia: pharmacist patient discussing pill bottle 1448940522

Does Benadryl Cause Dementia?

Written By Kevin Hwang, MD, MPHUpdated on Apr 6, 2023
Senior health: son teaching elder how to use smart watch 1423738013

15 Tech Products That Can Help Older Adults Age in Place

Written By Ana GasconPublished on Apr 5, 2023
Caregiving: nurse pushing man in wheelchair 1404962439

Being Discharged From the Hospital? Here Are Your Medical Care Options

Written By Valerie Anne Jones, MDPublished on Apr 3, 2023
Health: Senior health: woman reading test results 1169325038

UTIs Are More Common in Older Adults. Here’s How to Spot One

Written By Tracy Norfleet, MD, FACPPublished on Mar 20, 2023
Caregiving: Elder abuse: senior woman opening door 1334660356

Elder Abuse Is More Common Than You Think — Here’s How to Spot the Signs and Report It

Written By Jewels Doskicz, RN, BAPublished on Mar 6, 2023
Health: Dementia: talking to elderly relative 1337466383
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Do’s and Don’ts When Talking to Someone With Dementia

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Here’s How I Kept My Mother Mentally Engaged While She Had Dementia

Written By Nikki NursePublished on Feb 22, 2023
Health: Oral: senior man jaw pain-1326037796

Salivary Stones May Be Causing Your Mouth Pain — Here’s How to Get Rid of Them

Written By Ronald W. Dworkin, MD, PhDPublished on Feb 8, 2023
Senior Health: retirement on the beach-116377246

Choosing Where to Retire: What’s a ‘Livability Index’?

Written By Lisa Brooke KaelinPublished on Jan 26, 2023
Health: Caregiving: senior woman walker 1182643335

How Much Does a Nursing Home Cost?

Written By Maggie Aime, MSN, RNPublished on Jan 20, 2023
Health: Senior Health: woman walker at home 1337522856

The Best Tips to Avoid Falls Inside and Outside the Home

Written By Cherilyn Davis, MDPublished on Jan 6, 2023
Ear: doctor examining older adults ear 1311708842

Presbycusis: Why Your Hearing Declines With Age and What You Can Do About It

Written By Frank Schwalbe, MDPublished on Dec 5, 2022
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7 Side Effects of Antibiotics and Other Common Medications in Older Adults

Written By Nathan Williams, PharmD, RYTUpdated on Nov 14, 2022
Joints: Water exercises: senior women water aerobics 521545998

8 Water Exercises That Are Easy on Your Joints

Written By Kimberly DrakePublished on Sep 21, 2022
Health: Dementia: older man hearing aids-1163755991

Hearing Loss Can Lead to Dementia — But You Can Take Steps to Protect Your Brain

Written By Valerie Anne Jones, MDPublished on Sep 16, 2022
Health: Senior health: nurse helping elderly person on chairlift-1181455267

How Much Does a Stair Lift Cost?

Written By Lisa Brooke KaelinPublished on Sep 8, 2022
Presbyopia: Eye drops: doctor-explaining-eye-drops-1178489663

Presbyopia Treatment: Can Eye Drops Give You a Break From Reading Glasses?

Written By Nishika Reddy, MDUpdated on Aug 29, 2022
diet-nutrition: man eating salad smiling GettyImages 1341161471

Everything You Should Know Before Starting the Whole30 Diet

Written By Lauren Smith, MAPublished on Aug 23, 2022
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8 Health Benefits of Dancing That Will Make You Want to Bust a Move

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senior-health: woman helps man walk with cane 1184374883

How to Walk With a Cane: Tips to Make It Easier, Safer, and More Comfortable

Written By Jasmine Marcus, PT, DPT, CSCSPublished on Aug 19, 2022
movement-exercise: couple doing squat exercise at home 1322852339

7 Simple Exercises for Better Mobility

Written By Kimberly DrakePublished on Aug 17, 2022
Health: Senior health: senior couple riding bumper cars-1190896608

Should You See a Geriatrician? Here’s How to Decide

Written By Jennifer Arnouville, DO, FAAFPPublished on Aug 17, 2022
Medicare: Card: holding envelopes 1144447630

How to Get, Replace, and Protect Your Medicare Card

Written By Katherine C. GilyardPublished on Aug 16, 2022
Health: Ear health: senior woman holding hearing aid up-1317347073

Hearing Aids: How Much Do Prescription and Over-the-Counter Devices Cost?

Written By Angela Mae WatsonUpdated on Aug 16, 2022
Eye: cataracts eye closeup-1290688606

Does Medicare Cover Cataract Surgery?

Written By Arnesa A. HowellPublished on Aug 11, 2022
Health: Infections: senior man sick in bed partner next to him 901492684

The Early Signs of Sepsis: How to Spot This Life-threatening Condition

Written By Cherilyn Davis, MDPublished on Aug 10, 2022
Medicare: Silver&Fit: one woman water aerobics-530872337

Silver&Fit: How This No- or Low-Cost Gym Program Could Help You Stay Fit in Retirement

Written By Jennie L. PhippsPublished on Aug 8, 2022
Health: Patient advocacy: my journey grandfather GFX

Loving Someone Who Chose Medically Assisted Death — My Journey

Written By Clare HennigPublished on Aug 8, 2022
healthy aging: senior mother walking with daughter outside-1329429481

Why Do People Get Shorter as They Age?

Written By Christina Palmer, MDPublished on Aug 1, 2022
Health: Patient experiences: GRxH share impact-01

Lessons From My Sister’s Rectal Cancer Story — Why We Share

Written By Dave DondoneauPublished on Jul 21, 2022
environmental: heat: hot: water: after run man pouring water over face-1173909995

Heat Exhaustion vs. Heat Stroke: Why You Can’t Afford to Miss the Difference

Written By Sarah A. Samaan, MDUpdated on Jul 21, 2022
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6 Tips to Keep Your Joints Healthy as You Age

Written By Kimberly DrakePublished on Jul 19, 2022
Health: Senior health: senior man focusing on wrist pain- 364919937

‘Inflamm-aging’: The Surprising Ways Your Immune System Changes as You Age

Written By Christina Palmer, MDPublished on Jul 18, 2022
Gastroenterology: Rectal prolapse: senior woman consulting doctor-1216371556

Rectal Prolapse: Why It Happens and What You Can Do About It

Written By Valerie Emuakhagbon, MDPublished on Jul 11, 2022
Health: Tamsulosin: caregiver explaining pills to senior man 1411182676
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Tamsulosin (Flomax) Side Effects and Risks in the Elderly: What Older Adults Need to Know

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Health: Gastroenterology: black and-white toilet paper roll hand-455237921

Fecal Incontinence: What to Know About This Common but Treatable Problem

Written By Valerie Emuakhagbon, MDPublished on Jun 27, 2022
Medication education: pill bottles organizer 1048927760
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What Can I Do If I Think I’m Taking Too Many Medications?

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Health: movement-exercise: older men playing pickleball-1298023430

What Is Pickleball? And Why Is It So Great for Older Adults?

Written By Katrina EresmanPublished on Jun 10, 2022
Health: Patient advocacy: defibrillator hospital-rbhc 08

What Are DNR and DNI Orders?

Written By Nicole Andonian, MDPublished on Jun 8, 2022
Health: dementia: tablet brain games older man 1298612627

Do Brain Training Games and Memory Exercises Prevent Dementia?

Written By Timothy Aungst, PharmDPublished on May 26, 2022
senior couple reviewing documents-874623158

What Is a Medicare Savings Program? Here Are 5 Things to Know About MSPs

Written By Jennie L. PhippsPublished on May 26, 2022
Senior health: Home fall risk: hcp helps older adult climb stairs 1313002169

What Is a Home Fall Risk Assessment?

Written By Margot LesterPublished on May 24, 2022
Health: essential tremor: nurse holding seniors hands-846436068

Essential Tremor Treatment: Propranolol and Primidone

Written By Ronald W. Dworkin, MD, PhDUpdated on May 18, 2022
Medicare: Mental health: therapist with clipboard blurred older client 1245229474
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What Mental Health Services Does Medicare Cover?

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What Is Elder Financial Abuse?

Written By Lorraine RobertePublished on Apr 11, 2022
Health: Senior health: GettyImages-1284970958

6 Best Exercises for Older Adults

Written By Colleen StinchcombePublished on Mar 14, 2022
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