Senior Health - Page 5

February 3

Grandparents who babysit their grandchildren stay mentally sharper, new study reveals

New study reveals grandparents who care for grandchildren show improved memory and verbal fluency, potentially slowing mental decline in older adults.

February 3

Hidden brain condition may quadruple dementia risk in older adults, study suggests

Nearly one in four adults over age 50 may have a hidden brain condition tied to sharply higher dementia risk, even without a history of stroke, researchers warn.

January 30

Los Angeles hospice fraud reaches billions as Medicare providers scam federal system with fake companies

Hospice fraud explodes in Los Angeles with providers allegedly scamming $3.5 billion from Medicare through ghost patients and fraudulent sham companies.

January 23

Shoveling snow could pose dangerous health risk for one group, experts warn

Snow shoveling creates hidden heart strain similar to cardiac stress tests. Learn safer techniques and warning signs to protect your cardiovascular health.

January 19

Here's the age when strength and fitness begin fading, long-term data shows

Fitness decline starts at 35, not old age, according to a groundbreaking 47-year study. Swedish researchers tracked people since 1971 to make this discovery.

January 18

Martha Stewart shares 7 tips for aging well: 'Look good, feel good, be good'

Lifestyle icon Martha Stewart shares her philosophy on continuous learning and evolution, explaining why she never stops working or changing at age 84.

January 17

Feeling lonely? Simple 5-3-1 rule could help you make more connections

Loneliness affects millions worldwide. Learn how the 5-3-1 rule helps people strengthen social bonds through daily, weekly and monthly connection goals.

January 17

Heart study flags dangerous rhythm risk for endurance athletes over 50

A new study reveals male endurance athletes over 50 may face increased heart rhythm risks during exercise, especially those with existing muscle scarring.

January 17

One country just shut down a service people depended on for generations

Marking the end of 400 years of postal history, Denmark becomes the first country to end state-run letter delivery, as PostNord cites a 90% volume decline.

January 14

New MAGA coalition led by Sean Spicer targets voting demographic that will be crucial in 2026 midterms

Sean Spicer’s new pro-Trump seniors coalition aims to keep Social Security and Medicare promises front and center, while pushing tax breaks and lower drug prices for 2026.