What Is Long COVID? A Guide for Older Adults
As the nation continues to grapple with COVID-19, many Americans who’ve had the virus report persistent and often debilitating symptoms—long after their initial infection has passed. Referred to as "long COVID,” this condition is a growing concern for healthcare professionals and researchers, not to mention the people whose lives continue to be impacted.
Seniors and Weight-Loss Drugs
Finally, we have weight-loss drugs that really work. But should older adults be taking them?
How 79-Year-Old Mary Turned Her Osteoporosis Diagnosis Into a Falls-Prevention Strategy
“You can drink all the milk you want, but it’s not going to make a difference!”
That’s what Mary Welsh, 79, learned the hard way in the decades since she first was diagnosed with osteopenia.
Medical Credit Cards: A Potential Debt Trap for Older Consumers
Given the ever-rising cost of health care in the United States, it is unsurprising consumers are searching for ways to pay for their medical bills.
When Life Throws You a Curveball
Life is full of unpredictable events, both good and bad. Sometimes, these events can result in a significant change in our lifestyles and abilities.
Veterans Tricare Costs Are Going Up Again in 2024!
Military service members, families, and retirees will pay more for Tricare in 2024, with modest increases generally amounting to about 3%.
The Health Tests Seniors Need
As you age, your need for regular medical testing usually increases. Now is when you need to be proactive about your health and monitor changes in your body.
Geriatric Massage: The Best Therapy for Elderly
A geriatric massage can be used as therapy for basic stress relief and relaxation. It can be considered as an alternative to therapy
How Jimmy Carter has changed the conversation around hospice
Former President Carter’s public disclosure in February that he was entering hospice care — where he remains nearly six months later — is shifting the perception of end-of-life care for patients and their families.
The Challenges of Dental Care While Living with Dementia
Understanding an individual’s current and past experiences with dentistry and oral care is essential in being able to effectively support their oral care needs.