Health Matters
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
Let’s have an honest conversation about what to expect as you age
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You're in your 60s, 70s and 80s and you've got questions -- and a new guidebook by a leading geriatrician offers answers and insights.Featured in Category
New Alzheimer’s drug raises hopes — along with questions
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Physicians serving Alzheimer’s patients are working out the details of who will get treated with Leqembi.Featured in Category
