Lung Cancer’s Lesser-Known Risks
Lung cancer risk factors go beyond smoking, and include family history and air pollution. Screening guidelines have yet to account for them Jill Feldman, 56, learned at a young age that lung cancer doesn’t only affect people who smoke. Feldman lost her father and two grandparents to the disease before she turned 13. Her mother […]
The Power of Interdependence
Support may fade after crisis strikes, but the need for connection persists Family caregivers, what if we stopped wearing our exhaustion as a badge of honor and instead embraced our reliance on one another? What if we believe people want to do good, and we lead with that assumption? It isn’t easy. We know what […]
Medicare’s 2026 Changes
Costs and choices shift for upcoming Medicare coverage Seniors selecting Medicare coverage for 2026 will see modest but notable changes in premiums, fewer plan options, and reduced prescription drug choices, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Open enrollment continues through Dec. 7, 2025. CMS projected the average monthly premium for Medicare […]
Pneumonia Protection
Pneumonia vaccines for adults are now recommended starting at age 50 – a geriatrician explains the change Above photo: A new version of the pneumonia vaccine that specifically targets strains that affect adults helped spur the updated recommendations. | zoranm/E+ via Getty Images By Laurie Archbald-Pannone, University of Virginia Autumn brings a chill in the air – […]
Join AgeGuide in Championing Brain Health at Every Age
Most of us think about brain health only when there’s a problem. But research shows your cognitive wellness is shaped daily by what you eat, how you move, the connections you maintain, and even community policies. Protecting brain health is a shared responsibility that grows through knowledge, conversation, and action. The 4th Annual Aging Summit […]
Clever Cloves
How cloves might help relieve pain and inflammation By Dipa Kamdar, Kingston University (Above image: Jamaan/Shutterstock) Cloves have long been a staple in kitchens and traditional medicine cabinets. Known for their warm, spicy flavour, they’re typically found whole or ground, and as clove oil or extract. But beyond their culinary charm, cloves are gaining scientific […]
Green Travel in Retirement
6 ways to lower your carbon footprint in retirement and still travel Fact checked by Katie Scarlett Brandt It’s still summer, and you need a respite. But is it possible to travel in a way that helps the earth? First, let’s do a reality check: 2024 was the hottest year on record, and rising levels […]
Stress and Dementia
Chronic stress contributes to cognitive decline and dementia risk – 2 healthy-aging experts explain what you can do about it By Jennifer E. Graham-Engeland, Penn State and Martin J. Sliwinski, Penn State Above photo: Social isolation is often stressful and can affect the aging brain. MixMedia/E+ via Getty Images The probability of any American having […]
Caregivers on Screen
In a new PBS documentary, actor Bradley Cooper explores the troubled state of caregiving in America Actor Bradley Cooper produced the new documentary “Caregiving,” which tells the story of America’s ongoing struggle to meet its citizens’ health and caregiving needs. The film is now available on PBS.com and aired on PBS stations on June 24. […]
Dementia in Dollars
Family and friends shoulder the real cost of dementia − $224 billion in unpaid care By Amy Lastuka, University of Washington About 5.5 million Americans live with dementia, requiring $53 billion in annual medical spending on doctor visits, hospitalizations, medications, home health aides, and nursing homes. But the true cost of dementia care in the […]