Strengthening the family in terms of health, savings, income security as well as a sustainable insurance will help manage some of the older citizen’s plight. Dr Emem Omokaro, the Executive Director, ...

In an older house, the projects that look smallest on paper are often the ones that unravel the fastest. A new outlet, a sleeker toilet, a bit of spray foam in a chilly wall cavity can all seem like ...

Older fathers may face higher risks than previously thought for having children with psychiatric problems, including bipolar disorder, autism and attention deficits, according to the largest study to ...

Older people are living longer and keeping more of their teeth. That’s good news — but it also means that seniors need to be more vigilant than ever about oral health. Over the past 20 years, the ...

Geriatricians are trained to look beyond individual illnesses that older adults may face, and instead to look at the bigger ...

Historic lead levels from the era of leaded gasoline may be contributing to cognitive issues 50 years later, suggests research reported for the first time at the Alzheimer’s Association International ...

Balance issues in older adults can stem from various causes. Prompt diagnosis and treatment for any underlying conditions, along with preventive measures, can help reduce fall risks and serious ...

Older adults whose blood pressure fluctuates over time may be more likely to have problems with thinking and memory skills, according to a study published in the December 11, 2024, online issue of ...

A new large study from Finland has revealed that many older adults are being prescribed strong psychiatric medications for reasons not officially approved by medical guidelines.

Years ago, I worked with a 73-year-old man who sought my services because of his anxiety and anger regarding aging. He evidenced anger in his tone and the intensity of his complaints. In the past four ...