CDC: Falls, Leading Health Threat
Falls primarily lead to injury and death in the elderly, a study found in the September 23 issue U.S. Center for Disease Control and...
Exercise Based on Laughter May Boost Seniors’ Physical, Mental Health
Including laughter in an exercise program can strengthen seniors’ aerobic endurance, mental health, and confidence when they perform...
Driving and the Elderly: When to Give It Up
Driving has always been linked with independence. With seniors? Perhaps a bit too radical, some might point out. Imagine when you have...
Electric Fans May Lead to Elderly Health Risks, Study Shows
A recent study from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center found that elderly who use electric fans when there is severe...
New York to Allocate $75M in Boosting Senior Nutrition, Health
Albany, New York — The state of New York will be allotting $74.6 million for senior nutrition. Under the administration of Democratic...
Genes behind Loss of Hearing, Sight and Brittleness of Bones Identified
Several age-related medical conditions such as bones’ brittleness (osteoarthritis), as well as loss of sight (retinal degeneration) and...