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November 27, 2022

Biden as oldest US president at age 80: Nation deserves a 'full neurological assessment' of him

President Joe Biden is now 80 years old — making him the oldest president to serve as commander in chief. Some health professionals have concerns about the advanced age of someone in this role.

October 7, 2022

US caregiver shortage impacting 65 and older population

Marcela Hoag and her parents have been trying to find a caregiver for months with no luck. A caregiver in Seattle says he's had to cover more hours than before the pandemic.

September 30, 2022

New Alzheimer's treatment has real promise and Medicare must grant access to it

An experimental treatment gave Alzheimer's patients and their loved ones good news this week. Medicare must be part of the equation for patients as treatments become available.

July 14, 2022

New York Gov. Hochul broke her promise to my family and everyone grieving from a COVID nursing home death

There is no justice in New York for those grieving the loss of loved ones in nursing homes from COVID. Gov. Hochul broke a promise to investigate.

September 2, 2021

Number of people with dementia expected to rise 40% within decade, WHO says

The number of people worldwide suffering from dementia is expecting to rise to 78 million by 2030, according to a report published Thursday by the World Health Organization.

December 20, 2020

Nursing homes prepare for historic vaccination effort

Beginning on Monday, the vast majority of the nation’s long term care facilities will rely on Walgreens and CVS pharmacists to vaccinate their residents and staff. 

August 10, 2019

Nursing home staffers accused of taunting dementia patient, 91; outraged family suing: reports

Two staff members have been fired and arrested and an Illinois nursing home now faces a lawsuit after video footage allegedly showed them taunting a 91-year-old dementia patient.

November 8, 2018

Dutch businessman, 69, seeks to legally identify as 20 years younger

A Dutch businessman is making waves after he launched a legal battle to make himself legally 20 years younger – claiming he is a “young god” and that dating apps discriminate against him over his age.

June 10, 2018

Woman dies 10 days after her husband of 46 years passes away

Amy Hardy, 92, died 10 days after Arnold, as she sensed “something was wrong” with him, her loved ones said.

May 12, 2018

Senior centers grapple with bullying issues

Nursing homes, senior centers and housing complexes for the elderly have introduced programs, training and policies aimed at curbing spates of bullying, an issue once thought the exclusive domain of the young.