Elderly Most Likely to Forget Who They Told What, Reluctant to Admit Mistakes
Researchers say this 'destination amnesia' can be embarrassing and even dangerous - 'I know I told you that!'
Link Between Diabetes, Alzheimer's Disease Strengthened
Two of the most common and dreaded illnesses in America may share a connection.
Traveling with Elderly Parents Can be a Window to the Past, Present
Road trips with older parents can help adult children and sometimes their own kids learn about what shaped their folks, and themselves. Or just help catch up on the present day.
Every CVS/pharmacy Location Now Providing Flu Shots
CVS introduces My Flu Shot Scheduler for online flu shot appointments at pharmacies.
More Than 3M Seniors May Have to Switch Drug Plans
A plan by Medicare to try to make it simpler for consumers to pick drug coverage could force 3 million seniors to switch plans next year whether they like it or not, says an independent analysis.
Doubt on Tactic in Alzheimer’s Battle
The failure of a promising Alzheimer's drug in clinical trials highlights the gap between diagnosis - where real progress has recently been made - and treatment of the disease.
'Granny Pods' Keep Elderly Close, At Safe Distance
This new concept is catching on all over the country. The MEDCottage is a free-standing spare room in your back yard to keep your elderly loved ones aging closely to you.
On the Road With, or Without, Elderly Parents
It’s August, time for a vacation from everything stressful — work, commuting, heat, congestion. But what about caregiving? Do adult children of elderly parents deserve a break from them, too?
New Pathway To Parkinson's And Alzheimer's Diseases
Although their genetic underpinnings differ, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and Huntington's disease are all characterized by the untimely death of brain cells. Researchers now have new insight as to what causes these cells to die...
Achieving Goals Empowers People With Dementia
Achieving personal goals can help people in the early stages of dementia manage their condition.
The High Cost of Diabetes
Almost one-in-four hospital dollars go to treat people with the metabolic disorder.
Spinal-Fluid Test Is Found to Predict Alzheimer’s
Researchers report that a spinal fluid test can be 100 percent accurate in identifying patients with significant memory loss who are on their way to developing Alzheimer’s disease.
The Cost of Dying: End-of-Life Care
Patients' Last Two Months of Life Cost Medicare $50 Billion Last Year; Is There a Better Way?
Finding the Right Home - and Contentment, Too
When your elderly relative needs to enter some sort of long-term care facility - a moment few parents or children approach without dread - what you’d like to have is clarity.
How To Handle Aging Parents' Pets
You can't buy unconditional love at a pharmacy, so don't expect Mom or Dad to give up Fifi or Fido.
Doctor Discounts For The Asking
Looking to save money on healthcare? Consider asking your doctors for a discount.
Technologies Help Caregivers Monitor Elderly Parents
A raft of new technology is making it possible for adult children to monitor to a stunningly precise degree the daily movements and habits of their aging parents.
How to Talk to Your Parents About the Estate Tax
When 2010 ends, the estate tax will return. Talking about it could save your family a huge tax bill.
Care for Elders Strains Adult Parent-child Relationship
A new study shows caring for elders in a family can strain on caregiver's relationships, even when affection is shared.
Health Agencies Warn Seniors About Medicare Part D Rebate Scams
As another round of $250 Medicare prescription drug rebate checks goes out in the mail, healthcare officials are reminding seniors to be aware of potential scams.