Survey: More than 50% of older Americans believe Medicare should pay for long-term care
(By Kelly Gooch for Becker’s Hospital Review) The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research surveyed Americans age 40 and
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Aging
Growing Old Gracefully
If we are lucky, we all will grow old gracefully. Here are six ways to help you achieve that goal.
Read MoreCDC: Alzheimer’s deaths up by more than 50%
(By Brian Zimmerman for Becker’s Hospital Review ) From 1999 to 2014, the rate of Alzheimer’s deaths increased by nearly
Read MoreInflux Of Elderly Patients Forces ER To Practice Comfort Care
(By Melissa Bailey for California Healthline) A man sobbed in a New York emergency room. His elderly wife, who suffered
Read MoreWhat’s Good for Your Body Seems to be Good for Your Brain,
Scientists generally agree if you want to reduce your risk for dementia, you should start by adopting a healthful lifestyle.
Read MoreLike Hunger Or Thirst, Loneliness In Seniors Can Be Eased
(By Judith Graham for Kaiser Health News) It’s widely believed that older age is darkened by persistent loneliness. But a
Read MoreGender gap in Alzheimer’s disease rates, caregiving needs more attention
(By Roberta Diaz Brinton for ST A T) E very day, Alzheimer’s disease forces women to make hard, life-altering choices
Read MoreMany retirees unprepared to pay healthcare costs
(By Emily Rappleye for Becker’s Hospital Review) More than half of retirees and roughly three-fourths of adults nearing retirement do
Read More‘Boot Camp’ Helps Alzheimer’s, Dementia Caregivers Take Care Of Themselves, Too
(By Anna Gorman for Kaiser Health News) LOS ANGELES — Gary Carmona thought he could do it all. He’s run
Read MoreLoneliness in seniors: A medical problem this provider thinks it can solve
(By Bob Tedeschi for ST A T) C linicians are starting to look at the role that poverty, race, and
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