Same-day joint replacement surgeries are increasingly popular. Beyond age, overall medical and fitness levels are also important. “[W]ith the techniques and protocols we have, some patients are able to go home as soon as Read More
People who use wheelchairs are at high risk for potentially complicated and painful pressure injuries, also called bedsores or pressure ulcers. These occur when a person remains seated or prone for long periods of time, Read More
Rush University System for Health recently partnered with CVS MinuteClinics to reach more people on Medicare. The collaboration enables people with Medicare who utilize CVS’s participating MinuteClinics in Chicago and some suburbs to access Read More
How exercise builds strength and health for seniors Whether we like it or not, losing some fitness with age is an inescapable reality. Bones become more brittle. Muscular strength and endurance decrease. Vital organs don’Read More
Meal planning and prep made easier A healthy diet is important at every stage of life, and cooking at home has numerous benefits for cognitive, social, and emotional health. But for older adults suddenly forced Read More
Research published in the journal Brain describes blood biomarkers that can identify the likelihood for cognitive impairment in people with Parkinson’s disease. National Institute on Aging researchers, along with investigators in New Zealand and Read More
There’s nothing like travel. To experience new sounds and flavors, to watch the sun rise over a part of the world — or your own community — that you haven’t yet explored. But as we Read More
With age, even a simple cut can escalate quickly Good skin care is more important than ever as we age. Skin becomes thinner and more fragile, more prone to wounds that linger and pose a Read More
From microphones to OTC hearing aids, know the options available to help you hear better The world of hearing accessories is vast and wide, and the population of people who use them is just as Read More
Meeting travel where you are When Covid struck, travel shut down, and millions of people worldwide got a glimpse of what it feels like to have to stay put. Yet for some people, an inability Read More