November 21, 2023

People's Heart Health Improves in More 'Flexible' Workplaces

A kinder, more thoughtful workplace can lead to better heart health among older employees, a new study finds.

November 1, 2023

Tai Chi Might Help Seniors Counter Mild Cognitive Decline

The ancient art of tai chi, plus a modern twist, may help older adults reverse mild declines in brain power, a new clinical trial reveals. 

November 1, 2023

It's as Safe to Get Your Rx From a Nurse Practitioner as From a Doctor

Nurse practitioners are just as good as primary care doctors at avoiding potentially harmful prescriptions for older patients -- but both need to do better, a large, new study suggests.

October 4, 2023

Seniors, Here Are the Meds That Can Harm Your Driving Skills

Some common medications -- including antidepressants, sleep aids and painkillers -- may dull the driving skills of seniors, a new study finds.

October 2, 2023

Experiment Shows Many Seniors Falling Prey to 'Impostor Scams'

Many older adults are savvy about telephone scams, but a sizable minority remain vulnerable, a new study suggests.

September 29, 2023

A Year After Launch, OTC Hearing Aids Aren't Catching On With U.S. Consumers

It's now been possible to buy a hearing aid over-the-counter for nearly a year, but few Americans are doing so.