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...
Geriatric Emergency Rooms Alleviate Medical Risks, Stress in Seniors
Going to hospitals to receive treatments, especially emergency cases, can be daunting for the elderly. They have to deal with healthcare...
National Senior Citizens Day 2016 Celebrated Today
The country celebrates National Senior Citizens Day. Every year, on this day, different activities and events are held in celebration of...
Elderly Not Likely to Use Digital Tools for Health Management, JAMA Research Discovers
Senior citizens have so far been the ones spending the most for their healthcare, most especially since they frequently incur medical...
Volunteering during Middle to Senior Years Leads to Better Mental Health, Study Says
A recent study from the BMJ Open found that volunteering in the middle to senior years is connected to good emotional/mental wellness....
Optimistic View on Aging, Less Stress
How does one’s view on aging affect stress levels? This has been answered by a small study with findings saying that positive views on...
Seniors Not Much into Web Research for Medical Concerns
A new research from the Journal of the American Medical Association has established new findings: that seniors are less likely to consult...
