People with dementia still know what they want
People who suffer from dementia often experience difficulty with finding the right words to express themselves, and this can make it hard for them to communicate their needs and desires to t...
August 11, 2011
Public health budget increases lower some mortality rates
If more money is dedicated to the public health effort, people's health may improve, according to a recent study conducted by scientists at the Universities of Arkansas and Kentucky. ...
August 8, 2011
Long life spans may be genetically predetermined
Centenarians, people who live past the age of 95, often cause scientists to scratch their heads. ...
August 4, 2011
Seniors’ fear of falling affects quality of life, survey shows
Falls and the risk of falling can have negative effects on the quality of life, both physically and emotionally, for seniors....
August 3, 2011
Seniors’ medical costs could be cutting into other expenses
Researchers from Harvard Medical School recently reported that one in 10 older adults who are using Medicare, deviate from their prescribed regimen of medication because drugs are simply too...
August 2, 2011
Early warning signs of dementia
Ongoing dementia research is uncovering more information about the disease, and many scientists believe a cure is not far away. ...
July 29, 2011
Affording retirement is the most important financial goal for Americans
The American Dream used to be all about owning a home, but now things have changed. ...
July 28, 2011
Eating alone can be unhealthy for seniors, emotionally and physically
Seniors who live by themselves often eat alone, which may leave them prone to malnutrition, and one of the biggest contributing factors is loneliness. ...
July 28, 2011
Expenses may increase for seniors if government cuts assistance programs
Many government discussions concerning the national budget have been focusing on programs that benefit and protect elderly citizens....
July 25, 2011
Vascular disease can contribute to cognitive impairment
The American Heart Association and the American Stroke Association recently reported that atherosclerosis may be linked to an increased risk of vascular cognitive impairment as well as a hig...
July 25, 2011
