‘Ageotypes’ study ties healthy behaviors to decrease in aging markers … Access to Medicare increases cancer detection, reduces cancer mortality rate … Psychiatric conditions linked to cognitive...
Blueberries shown to help with healthy aging
By
Alicia Lasek
Jul 30, 2019
A new collection of studies published in The Journals of Gerontology show how blueberry consumption can contribute to healthy aging.
Study: baby talk not suitable for adults with dementia
Jul 29, 2008
Sufferers of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia don’t like being talked down to any more than healthy, competent adults do, according to new research. So-called “elderspeak”...
Skyrocketing budget deficit may affect next president’s healthcare plans
Jul 30, 2008
A soaring budget deficit could ultimately hurt future proposals for healthcare, a new report suggests.
Computer use boosts brain power for tech-savvy seniors
Mar 30, 2009
Whether it’s checking e-mail, playing games or downloading music, using computer programs appears to keep the aging mind nimble, suggests new research.
House passes elder abuse legislation
Feb 13, 2009
Economic stimulus legislation hasn’t been the only item on Congress’s plate lately. The House of Representatives Wednesday passed a bill that would fund elder abuse prosecution and establish...
Second aging revolution summit to include big names, big ideas
Sep 09, 2008
The Wesley Enhanced Living Foundation will host “The Aging Revolution II,” a conference devoted to aging issues, on September 25 in Philadelphia.
Happy Long-Term Care Day!
By
Gary Tetz
Nov 17, 2017
I had a birthday recently. OK, more than just recently. Tuesday. My long-term care colleagues were kind, supportive and treated me to an exquisite lunch. But the rest I’ve had to deal with on my...
Report: Alzheimer’s brain pathologies found in physically frail seniors
Aug 14, 2008
Physically frail seniors are more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease pathologies in the brain, even if they do not develop dementia, than more robust older adults, according to a recent report.
Experts: Medicare should help pay for long-term care coverage
Jul 22, 2008
Adding a long-term care benefit to the Medicare program would be a favorable way to help address the impending challenges related to the aging baby-boom generation, healthcare experts say in a new Commonwealth...