Alzheimer’s patients now have more options than ever for treating their disease— two drugs are approved to treat the causes of Alzheimer’s, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration is currently considering approving another, which could be available next year. Many researchers are starting to focus on how to get the most out of these […]
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Medicare
Ever since President Lyndon Baines Johnson made Medicare the law of the land in 1965, hundreds of millions of Americans have relied on this program to help them get affordable, quality health care. About 66 million individuals are currently enrolled in Medicare. Of those, more than 57 million are people 65 and older and more […]
5 Easy Ways to Protect Yourself From Web Hackers and Eavesdroppers
In the past several years, almost everyone has grown even more dependent on electronic devices to stay in touch, get work done and remain entertained. Older adults bank, pay bills and shop online; view and share recipes; and get news pushed to laptops, smartphones, smart speakers and tablets. But with the increased reliance on tech […]
10 Worst Habits for Your Heart
There’s good news and bad news when it comes to your risk of developing heart disease, the leading killer in the U.S. Let’s start with the bad. Several factors raise a person’s risk for getting heart disease — a term used to describe a range of conditions that affect the heart — including some that can’t be […]
10 Foot Exercises for Balance and Stability
Feet are often underappreciated. We don’t think much about them until they hurt or give us problems. But they are of course crucial to getting us around and keeping us balanced. “Your feet carry your body through life. They are often neglected because they are mostly packed away in socks and shoes,” said Melissa Burgard, […]
11 Myths About Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, and millions of Americans are affected by the disease. It’s important to distinguish the facts from the myths about Alzheimer’s, especially when it comes to finding information online. Read on to learn about common myths surrounding this disease. 1. Alzheimer’s disease and dementia […]
