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Many doctors have internet portals to help patients manage their care. But that doesn't mean older folks will use them.
MoreMany doctors have internet portals to help patients manage their care. But that doesn't mean older folks will use them.
MoreFor older people, breathing in dirty air puts them at risk of being hospitalized with a dangerous respiratory disease, a new study suggests.
MoreFor older people, breathing in dirty air puts them at risk of being hospitalized with a dangerous respiratory disease, a new study suggests.
MoreThe number of seniors dying from falls has increased dramatically over the past decade, U.S. health officials reported Friday.
MoreThe number of seniors dying from falls has increased dramatically over the past decade, U.S. health officials reported Friday.
MoreHearing aids may mean fewer visits to the hospital for seniors, a new study suggests.
MoreHearing aids may mean fewer visits to the hospital for seniors, a new study suggests.
MoreDivorce, death in the family, money troubles and serious health problems don't just stress you out -- these negative life events may actually accelerate the aging of your brain, new research suggests.
MoreDivorce, death in the family, money troubles and serious health problems don't just stress you out -- these negative life events may actually accelerate the aging of your brain, new research suggests.
MoreStretching leg muscles every day may benefit seniors and other people with mobility problems, a new study reports.
MoreStretching leg muscles every day may benefit seniors and other people with mobility problems, a new study reports.
MoreIt's thought that one-quarter of U.S. adults will develop a swallowing problem at some point. But researchers hope insight from a new study may help lead to improved treatment.
MoreIt's thought that one-quarter of U.S. adults will develop a swallowing problem at some point. But researchers hope insight from a new study may help lead to improved treatment.
MoreFalls by older Americans have devastating medical and economic consequences, reaching $50 billion a year, a new study finds.
MoreFalls by older Americans have devastating medical and economic consequences, reaching $50 billion a year, a new study finds.
MoreOlder adults are at increased risk for hypothermia, a dangerous drop in body temperature, the U.S. National Institute on Aging warns.
MoreOlder adults are at increased risk for hypothermia, a dangerous drop in body temperature, the U.S. National Institute on Aging warns.
MoreA Mediterranean diet may make seniors less likely to become frail and help them maintain their health and independence, new research suggests.
MoreA Mediterranean diet may make seniors less likely to become frail and help them maintain their health and independence, new research suggests.
MoreIf you're a senior who's pledging to lose weight in 2018, be sure you're shedding excess fat without losing muscle and bone.
MoreIf you're a senior who's pledging to lose weight in 2018, be sure you're shedding excess fat without losing muscle and bone.
MoreEven levels of air pollution deemed "safe" by U.S. government standards may shorten the life spans of seniors, new research suggests.
MoreEven levels of air pollution deemed "safe" by U.S. government standards may shorten the life spans of seniors, new research suggests.
MoreSeniors are wasting their time and money taking calcium and vitamin D supplements to ward off the brittle bones of old age, a new review concludes.
MoreSeniors are wasting their time and money taking calcium and vitamin D supplements to ward off the brittle bones of old age, a new review concludes.
MoreMore than one in three elderly Americans describe themselves as lonely, and the holidays can be especially isolating for them, geriatric experts warn.
MoreMore than one in three elderly Americans describe themselves as lonely, and the holidays can be especially isolating for them, geriatric experts warn.
MoreEven months after recovering from the flu, older people remain at increased risk for a heart attack, stroke or disability, a doctor who specializes in infectious diseases warns.
MoreEven months after recovering from the flu, older people remain at increased risk for a heart attack, stroke or disability, a doctor who specializes in infectious diseases warns.
MoreMore doctors in the United States are turning to a new clinical specialty -- nursing home care.
MoreMore doctors in the United States are turning to a new clinical specialty -- nursing home care.
MoreDon't try saying you're too or too busy to exercise, especially after that calorie-laden Thanksgiving dinner.
MoreDon't try saying you're too or too busy to exercise, especially after that calorie-laden Thanksgiving dinner.
MoreIt's often no fun getting old in America: A new report finds the availability of health care for U.S. seniors lags behind that of other affluent nations.
MoreIt's often no fun getting old in America: A new report finds the availability of health care for U.S. seniors lags behind that of other affluent nations.
MoreLadies, slip on your sneakers and walk briskly every day, and you might prolong your life.
MoreLadies, slip on your sneakers and walk briskly every day, and you might prolong your life.
MoreSeniors who want to lose weight should hit the weight room while they cut calories, a new study suggests.
MoreSeniors who want to lose weight should hit the weight room while they cut calories, a new study suggests.
MoreWomen who undergo cataract surgery may get an unexpected dividend: longer life.
MoreWomen who undergo cataract surgery may get an unexpected dividend: longer life.
MoreHere's some good news for America's seniors: The rates of Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia have dropped significantly over the last decade or so, a new study shows.
MoreHere's some good news for America's seniors: The rates of Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia have dropped significantly over the last decade or so, a new study shows.
MoreAn inexpensive over-the-counter antioxidant/zinc supplement that may help preserve vision in older people is also cost effective, a new study suggests.
MoreAn inexpensive over-the-counter antioxidant/zinc supplement that may help preserve vision in older people is also cost effective, a new study suggests.
MoreSeniors who spend less time each night in the dream stage of sleep may be more likely to succumb to dementia as they age, new research suggests.
MoreSeniors who spend less time each night in the dream stage of sleep may be more likely to succumb to dementia as they age, new research suggests.
MoreEating protein at all three daily meals, instead of just at dinner, might help seniors preserve physical strength as they age, new research suggests.
MoreEating protein at all three daily meals, instead of just at dinner, might help seniors preserve physical strength as they age, new research suggests.
MorePrescribing generic drugs for seniors' eye problems could save the U.S. government hundreds of millions of dollars a year, a new study suggests.
MorePrescribing generic drugs for seniors' eye problems could save the U.S. government hundreds of millions of dollars a year, a new study suggests.
MoreJust a slight increase in social interaction benefits older adults with dementia and lowers health care costs, a new British study suggests.
MoreJust a slight increase in social interaction benefits older adults with dementia and lowers health care costs, a new British study suggests.
MoreMost people don't like talking about dying, especially their own death. But it's important to let your loved ones know how you'd like your medical care handled when your "time" comes.
MoreMost people don't like talking about dying, especially their own death. But it's important to let your loved ones know how you'd like your medical care handled when your "time" comes.
MoreIt isn't unusual for older people to slow down a bit as the years go by. But for seniors, slowed walking may signal mental decline, and now a new study suggests why.
MoreIt isn't unusual for older people to slow down a bit as the years go by. But for seniors, slowed walking may signal mental decline, and now a new study suggests why.
MoreHave you ever thought about what it might be like to live into your hundreds?
MoreHave you ever thought about what it might be like to live into your hundreds?
MoreThe prices of brand-name drugs used by many older Americans rose nearly 130 times faster than inflation last year, a new study reports.
MoreThe prices of brand-name drugs used by many older Americans rose nearly 130 times faster than inflation last year, a new study reports.
MoreWatching a video about end-of-life care options may help patients with advanced heart failure choose the approach best for them, a new study finds.
MoreWatching a video about end-of-life care options may help patients with advanced heart failure choose the approach best for them, a new study finds.
MoreAs the American population ages, more older adults will survive cancer and live with other chronic conditions that will burden the health care system, U.S. government health officials report.
MoreAs the American population ages, more older adults will survive cancer and live with other chronic conditions that will burden the health care system, U.S. government health officials report.
MoreJust 15 minutes of exercise a day may lower older adults' risk of early death by one-fifth, a new study suggests.
MoreJust 15 minutes of exercise a day may lower older adults' risk of early death by one-fifth, a new study suggests.
MoreAmerican seniors with diabetes are starting to live longer without disabilities, a new study finds.
MoreAmerican seniors with diabetes are starting to live longer without disabilities, a new study finds.
MoreAmericans aren't just living longer, they're living more years without disabilities, too, a new study shows.
MoreAmericans aren't just living longer, they're living more years without disabilities, too, a new study shows.
MoreYour ability to "smell" the foods you taste weakens as you age, new research suggests.
MoreYour ability to "smell" the foods you taste weakens as you age, new research suggests.
MorePeople who get their high blood pressure down to normal levels may substantially cut their risk of heart disease -- even if they're elderly or have already had heart problems, new research suggests.
MorePeople who get their high blood pressure down to normal levels may substantially cut their risk of heart disease -- even if they're elderly or have already had heart problems, new research suggests.
MoreA hearing aid may do more than help you hear better: New research suggests that the devices might also help prevent mental decline in elderly people with hearing loss.
MoreA hearing aid may do more than help you hear better: New research suggests that the devices might also help prevent mental decline in elderly people with hearing loss.
MoreAlthough aging may mean more physical problems, retirement can help people lead healthier lives, a new study from Australia suggests.
MoreAlthough aging may mean more physical problems, retirement can help people lead healthier lives, a new study from Australia suggests.
MoreAmericans are living longer, but those extra years may include poor health or a disability, a new study finds.
MoreAmericans are living longer, but those extra years may include poor health or a disability, a new study finds.
MoreThere could be a downside to knee replacement: As people get more active, their odds for hip and spinal fractures rise, a new study suggests.
MoreThere could be a downside to knee replacement: As people get more active, their odds for hip and spinal fractures rise, a new study suggests.
MoreA new study sheds light on what is often called one of the cruelest effects of Alzheimer's disease -- the patient's inability to recognize loved ones.
MoreA new study sheds light on what is often called one of the cruelest effects of Alzheimer's disease -- the patient's inability to recognize loved ones.
MoreHearing loss is associated with higher medical costs for late middle-aged adults, a new study finds.
MoreHearing loss is associated with higher medical costs for late middle-aged adults, a new study finds.
MoreOne key to keeping muscles young is as close as the nearest gym, researchers say.
MoreOne key to keeping muscles young is as close as the nearest gym, researchers say.
MoreEating a Mediterranean diet may at least slightly lower an older woman's risk for hip fracture, a new study suggests.
MoreEating a Mediterranean diet may at least slightly lower an older woman's risk for hip fracture, a new study suggests.
MoreMore seniors than ever are taking supplements alongside their medications, a practice that puts them at risk for dangerous drug interactions, researchers report.
MoreMore seniors than ever are taking supplements alongside their medications, a practice that puts them at risk for dangerous drug interactions, researchers report.
MoreRegular physical activity, including gardening or dancing, may cut Alzheimer's risk by as much as 50 percent, a new study suggests.
MoreRegular physical activity, including gardening or dancing, may cut Alzheimer's risk by as much as 50 percent, a new study suggests.
MoreResearchers say they've pinpointed the first gene linked with gray hair.
MoreMost adult risk-takers continue to take chances as they get older, and that can make them more susceptible to fraud when they're seniors, new research suggests.
MoreNearly all older U.S. adults have an age-related decline in at least one of their senses, a new study finds.
MoreStaying socially active by joining book clubs or church groups may add years to your life after retirement, a new study suggests.
MoreThe more than 72,000 Americans who have celebrated 100 birthdays or more are now surviving longer, a new federal report shows.
MorePsychosis, including delusions and hallucinations, affects about half of Alzheimer's disease patients. And researchers have set out to clarify the link between these two conditions.
MorePsychosis, including delusions and hallucinations, affects about half of Alzheimer's disease patients. And researchers have set out to clarify the link between these two conditions.
MoreSocial isolation is common among many U.S. seniors, particularly during the holidays. But, home-delivered meals can significantly reduce their feelings of loneliness, new research finds.
MoreSocial isolation is common among many U.S. seniors, particularly during the holidays. But, home-delivered meals can significantly reduce their feelings of loneliness, new research finds.
MoreGoing back to school could help older people stave off dementia, a new study suggests.
MoreA couple of drinks a day may lower the risk of premature death in people with early stage Alzheimer's disease, according to a new study.
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