It’s no secret that among older adults, loneliness and dementia are ongoing and growing problems. Add to that the rise in older adults living alone and you have the makings of a real public health crisis as our population continues to get older. While there are all sorts of scientific…

If you’ve been trying to figure out the ideal exercise routine- whether it be lifting weights or just moving your body- don’t fret because it makes sense to spend time on both. Each type of exercise is essential to help ensure you live a long and healthy life. Research studies…

As holiday gatherings and end-of-the-year soirees pick up steam, you’ll likely find yourself in crowded gatherings, sharing the space and air with groups of people, many of whom you may not know. Does this mean it’s inevitable that you’ll catch a cold, or something worse, like Flu, Covid, or RSV?…

As we’ve noted repeatedly, Alzheimer’s dementia is currently incurable and on the rise. While important strides have been made in diagnosing Alzheimer’s and in slowing down its progress in the early stages with new medications, we cannot reverse it. Therefore, our best defense against the ravages of Alzheimer’s is to…

We have been fortunate at agebuzz to have a generous and diverse group of expert Guest Bloggers. They give generously of their wisdom and insights and as a result, we are all the beneficiaries of their largesse. But when it comes to holiday gift-giving, what do they recommend? Recently, agebuzz…

It’s fairly easy to ignore the health of your feet. Perhaps the most undervalued part of your body, it’s easy to take your feet for granted, simply buying the occasional new shoe or sneaker – unless and until pain or injury strikes. Then you will quickly realize how essential your…