Seasonal Risks


  Home Temps Over 90°F Risky for Older Adults


Weather Disproportionately Affects Older Adults

Humidity Contributes to Heart Attacks

Reducing Risk of Heart-Related Illnesses

 

Medication Errors


Technology Thought to Cut Med Errors

Safer Use of Meds:  Brown Bag 'Em


 

Long-Term Care


Admission to Long-Term Care Linked to Driving

Assisted Living Customers: Then & Now

Long-Term Care More Likely for Women

 

Health & Wellness


Low Testosterone Levels Linked to Anemia

Keeping Active Prolongs Life

Sleep Deprivation Not a 'Normal' Part of Aging

High Blood Pressure? Exercise Still Beneficial


 

Alzheimer's Disease


Cost of Alzheimer's Reaches $248 Billion

Diets High in Copper Associated With Cognitive Decline

  Progression of Brain Dysfunction


 

Other Items of Interest


8 in 10 Satisfied With New Medicare Drug Plan

Employers Offer Elder Care Benefits

Centenarians Cite Sources of Longevity

Older Adults Have Higher Risk of Home Fires