By Bruce Horovitz Anne McKinley battles a host of health issues and, four years ago, lost her husband after 59 years of marriage. Yet she remains positive, active and thrives... read more →
(Reuters Health) - Lots of time sitting, and very little spent moving around, may contribute to loss of the ability to walk in old age, a large U.S. study suggests.... read more →
By Emily Gurnon, Next Avenue Contributor With the boomer generation aging into their 50s, 60s and 70s and many of their parents now in their 70s, 80s and 90s, there is an... read more →
By Aleisha K. Fetters | August 22, 2017 Stay strong, be safe, and maintain your independence by integrating these top fitness options into your training plan. No matter your age,... read more →
Marisol Rivera, left, a senior aide, demonstrating a Hoyer lift to two associate instructors, Maria Soto and Miguelina Sosa, at a lab at Cooperative Home Care Associates. CreditHiroko Masuike/The New... read more →
New research says one in three dementia cases could be prevented with lifestyle changes. Here’s your game plan. Everyone occasionally forgets where they parked or where they put their keys.... read more →
by DAVID BENJAMIN Do you know what one of the biggest contributors to aging faster and dying earlier are beyond diet, fitness, health, longevity and everything else? It may... read more →
These days, more seniors are able to remain in the comfort of their own home as they age. This is partly due to the increasing amount of available resources for the... read more →
Transit agencies, take note: For the growing number of Americans over 65, mobility can’t wait. Protected streets, denser neighborhoods, and accessible medical care make urban life safer and healthier for... read more →
As people age, it’s not uncommon for their personalities to change and for them to become more controlling. It’s usually the result of medication, pain, the frustrations of having... read more →