Widows are especially likely to have high blood pressure. Living alone is as unhealthy as being overweight, living with air pollution, or eating too much salt.
Better preparation — sometimes called prehabilitation — can help your elder leave the hospital sooner and recover faster. Here's what you should know.
Discover the powerful plusses of yoga for older adults, including lowering your blood pressure and cholesterol. Here’s what you should know.
Seniors are living longer independently — which also means they are more likely to die after a fall. Don’t let someone you love become a statistic.
Games that combine virtual reality and exercise may have the potential to improve cognition in older people. Here’s how you can exercise your brain and body.
Walking at least 150 minutes a week is an easy form of moderate intensity exercise. If you're age 85 and up, just 10 minutes a day may extend your life.
Medication and a healthier lifestyle — including good food choices, exercise, and avoiding alcohol — can beat high blood pressure. Here's what you should know.
Your body runs on electrical pulses that can benefit from targeted currents: Electricity applied directly to your brain could boost your memory.
If you are dealing with serious health problems, having a durable power of attorney can authorize someone else to handle your finances or healthcare for you.
One national survey finds that life is good on the whole for older Americans. Stereotypes about miserable final years prove untrue. Here's what you should know.
Plenty of seniors can drive well, but you should be realistic and listen to your family’s concerns, and don’t ignore danger signs. Here's what you should know.