Healthy Aging - Caregiving
Learn about the health risks of weight gain after 50.
Elder-care expert Joanne Hill answers a reader's question about improving communication between senior patients and their doctors.
Alzheimer's Foundation of America calls for national dementia screening.
Feeling weird? Your over-the-counter or prescription drug could be to blame.
Simple screw-ups are a part of life, but in medicine, these mistakes can be fatal. Learn how to protect yourself.
Osteoporosis may weaken your bones, but it doesn't have to weaken your resolve to live a healthy and productive life.
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.
More and more Americans are living to 100. Here, the secrets to their longevity.
The National Alliance for Caregiving and MetLife Foundation honored innovative programs for caregivers.
As life expectancy increases, so, too, does the prevalence of dementia. Here, a look at the disorder, from symptoms to treatment.
A healthy diet is essential to managing diabetes. Here, a complete guide to diabetic-friendly nutrition, including shopping tips, quick recipes, and more.
Follow these tips to enhance your recall and make your mind more nimble.
Follow these steps to make the holiday season easier for you and a loved one who lives far away.
No matter how far away you live, these strategies can help you improve the time spent with an aging loved one.
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease can be a challenge. Follow these tips to make it easier.
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.
It's common for seniors to experience sadness and grief, but when these feelings are persistent, they may be a sign of depression.
Elderly patients often get confused or agitated toward the end of the day. Learn about the symptoms known as sundowning.
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.
Caregiving expert Jackie Pinkowitz discusses the difference between age-related memory problems and Alzheimer's disease.
These strategies can help you cope with the most common caregiver emotions.
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.
When it comes to assisted living, understanding all of the options available can be a challenge. Here, the most frequently asked questions and answers.
