Neurodegenerative diseases are an increasing challenge for older populations. Studies show that meditation can keep our minds ...

At Geriatrics & Aging, we are proud of our record of providing high quality educational material. Although generally geared to primary care physicians, numerous specialists also turn to our ...

Where you live can have a big impact on your mental health. Particularly for seniors, it’s important to settle down in a location that promotes happiness. Older adults face a higher risk of ...

Why: Depression is common in late life, effecting nearly five million of the 31 million Americans aged 65 and older. Both major and minor depression are reported in 13% of community dwelling older ...

What hospice does not tell you, but you should know 1. Hospice isn't just for people who are actively dying Many people believe hospice care is only for those in their last days or weeks of life, but ...

During the last two decades, several studies have left little doubt that seniors have sex well into their 60s, 70s, and beyond. But what quantitative studies don't always show is what senior sex ...

Treatment typically involves a combination of pain-relieving drugs and physical therapy. Your doctor will encourage you to get moving as soon as you can. Putting weight on your injury won’t make ...

The rule of thumb is that 70% of whatever you made (and lived on) while working should be sufficient. Others scoff, vowing ...

Your weekly roundup of the best good news worth celebrating... June 8 is World Oceans Day! We’ve gathered a list of ideas to help you celebrate and protect the world’s oceans... Join 48,000+ hopeful ...