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Health Matters
Homebound seniors living alone often slip through health system’s cracks
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There is a large population of older adults with physical problems that prevent them from leaving home.Health Matters
Millions of aging Americans are facing dementia by themselves
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In a health care system that assumes older adults have family caregivers to help them, those facing dementia by themselves often fall through the cracks.Health Matters
Historic numbers of Americans live by themselves as they age
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This trend, often more associated with women, has profound health consequences.Health Matters
Older women are different than older men. Their health is woefully understudied.
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The White House has launched an initiative on women’s health.Health Matters
New help for dealing with aggression in people with dementia
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A new website now offers a comprehensive, free resource that offers guidance to caregivers.Featured in Category
Using hearing aids can be frustrating for older adults, but necessary
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Hearing loss is more than a nuisance. It also raises the risk of cognitive decline, dementia, falls, depression, and social isolation.Featured in Category
America’s health system isn’t ready for the surge of seniors with disabilities
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More than a third of older adults have a disability. Many find it difficult to get the medical care they need.Health Matters
Who will care for older adults? We’ve plenty of know-how but too few specialists
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Despite the surging older population, there are fewer geriatricians now than in 2000.Featured in Category
