New treatment could help cure age-related macular degeneration
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a vision problem that affects around 9 million Americans who are 40 and over....
March 23, 2011
Unsupported caregivers suffer “40 percent increase in mortality rate”
In Richmond County, North Carolina, a class has recently been formed that aims to help caregivers who are currently looking after older parents with Alzheimer's disease....
March 22, 2011
New program helps older adults keep their balance
One class that is trying to help seniors improve their balance and coordination is taking place in Ontario, New York. The key is testing how well older adults can support their own body weig...
March 18, 2011
Family caregivers can help a stroke victim recover faster
When someone suffers a stroke, one of the side effects is often a loss of mobility in part of the body. ...
March 11, 2011
PA baby boomers choose to age at home
Pennsylvania is becoming one of the front-runners in the ways that the nation will start to accommodate baby boomers....
March 10, 2011
Class focuses on keeping joints flexible in old age
Arthritis can be a painful and debilitating condition as one ages. It can also contribute to injuries such as falls....
March 9, 2011
Doctor says a senior’s “biggest fear is falling”
Doctor William Sutton recently told NBC affiliate WECT that the biggest fear among seniors is falling. ...
March 9, 2011
Senior alert system could benefit dementia patients
Seniors who often have dementia are prescribed drugs and medical services that can cost families a lot of money. ...
March 1, 2011
Reducing the chance of Alzheimer’s through healthy living
There's no sure way to cure Alzheimer's disease, but various studies have shown that there are some habits that may help one delay or mitigate the onset of the illness. ...
March 1, 2011
5 new housing trends among baby boomers
The International Business Times recently released a list of some steps that older adults will take to ensure that their home is fit for retirement....
February 18, 2011
