Healthy Aging - Caregiving

Weight Gain Later in Life: A Disability Risk?

Learn about the health risks of weight gain after 50.

How can I help my elderly mother communicate with her doctor?

Elder-care expert Joanne Hill answers a reader's question about improving communication between senior patients and their doctors.

"Memory Matters"

Alzheimer's Foundation of America calls for national dementia screening.

Top Drugs' Strange Side Effects

Feeling weird? Your over-the-counter or prescription drug could be to blame.

The 3 Scariest Mistakes That Doctors Make

Simple screw-ups are a part of life, but in medicine, these mistakes can be fatal. Learn how to protect yourself.

Living with Osteoporosis: Practical Tips

Osteoporosis may weaken your bones, but it doesn't have to weaken your resolve to live a healthy and productive life.

Understanding Hip Pain

Hip pain is an increasingly common phenomenon that tends to occur with age. Find out what causes hip pain and what you can do about it.

Centenarian Secrets

More and more Americans are living to 100. Here, the secrets to their longevity.

Programs for Family Caregivers

The National Alliance for Caregiving and MetLife Foundation honored innovative programs for caregivers.

Understanding Dementia

As life expectancy increases, so, too, does the prevalence of dementia. Here, a look at the disorder, from symptoms to treatment.

Eating Smart With Diabetes

A healthy diet is essential to managing diabetes. Here, a complete guide to diabetic-friendly nutrition, including shopping tips, quick recipes, and more.

10 Ways to Boost Your Memory

Follow these tips to enhance your recall and make your mind more nimble.

5 Holiday Tips for Long-Distance Caregivers

Follow these steps to make the holiday season easier for you and a loved one who lives far away.

5 Tips for Better Long-Distance Caregiver Visits

No matter how far away you live, these strategies can help you improve the time spent with an aging loved one.

8 Tips for Alzheimer's Caregivers

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease can be a challenge. Follow these tips to make it easier.

A Guide to Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes affects more than 18 million U.S. children and adults. Find out more about this growing epidemic, from risk factors to treatment options.

Depression in Older Adults

It's common for seniors to experience sadness and grief, but when these feelings are persistent, they may be a sign of depression.

After Dark: Sundowner's Syndrome

Elderly patients often get confused or agitated toward the end of the day. Learn about the symptoms known as sundowning.

Health by the Numbers: Caregiving

As the average life span continues to increase, more people are requiring caregivers in their later years. Here, a look at the trend by the numbers.

Is It Alzheimer's?

Caregiving expert Jackie Pinkowitz discusses the difference between age-related memory problems and Alzheimer's disease.

Caregivers' Common Feelings

These strategies can help you cope with the most common caregiver emotions.

Tips for Alzheimer's Caregivers

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease can be overwhelming. Follow these tips to help deal with the diagnosis and cope with the holidays.

What You Need to Know About Assisted Living

When it comes to assisted living, understanding all of the options available can be a challenge. Here, the most frequently asked questions and answers.

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