Alzheimer's Disease


Mild Cognitive Decline Tied to Early Onset Alzheimer's

Risk of Alzheimer's Reduced by 40% with Diet

Socializing Reduces Cognitive Impact of Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's Treatment Shows Promising Results

 

Exercise



Completing 1/4-Mile Walk May Predict Death, Poor Health

Tai Chi Increases Physical Fitness & Decreases Falls

Exercise Helps Relieve Depression After Stroke

 

Obesity


Obese Older Adults Incur Significant Medical Costs

Weight-Loss in Obese Older Adults Reduces Frailty

 

Long-Term Care


Catheters & IVs Present Danger, Warns JCAHO

U.S. Ranks Last in Patient SafetyAmong Nations

New Guidelines on Lifting & Moving Residents

 

Family Caregiving


Female Caregivers & Helpful Work Benefits

Report on Improvements in Caregiving Released

 

Other Items of Interest


End-of-Life Care Preferences Change With Time

U.S. Census Bureau Reports on Aging Americans

Free Eye Exams Combat AMD

Older Adults Frequent Targets of Fraud, Scams