HEALTH & AGING

For healthy aging, following the Mediterranean diet is a good choice. Here’s exactly what to eat and not eat, to follow the clinically-studied diet that has made headlines. This article also…

Pop quiz: Can you define geriatrics? And did you know that it’s not just for the “old-old”? If you hesitated with these two questions, don’t feel bad. Most people know that geriatrics…

Did you know that doctors often don’t provide optimal medical advice? Learn the three key features of good medical advice, plus the four steps you can take to consistently get better…

Have you found yourself eyeing an older person’s medication list, wondering if you should worry? It’s smart to be concerned, especially if your older relative takes five or more medications. Medications can provide…

If you’ve been wondering just how to maintain a healthy brain for yourself, or for an older relative, then I have some very good news. In April, the Institute of Medicine (IOM)…

“Doctor, my mom needs help but she won’t accept it and she won’t listen.” Sound familiar? As several of you commented last fall, older relatives often seem reluctant to accept the help…

Worried about an older relative, but not quite sure what to do? Common concerns I hear include: To help people turn their worries into a practical action plan, I’ve created a…

Have you been worried about an older person’s memory or thinking skills? If so, you’ve probably found yourself wondering if this could be Alzheimer’s, or another dementia. What to do next? If you…

Happy New Year! In this post, I want to share four notable 2014 developments related to better health for older adults. They all struck me as practical information that should be useful…

This month, I spotted a few useful online articles and resources that should come in handy for many of you. And if you’re joining your family for the holidays, these might…