Lungs

If you’ve followed the news over the past several days, you are probably aware that 88-year-old Pope Francis has been hospitalized in what has been described as “critical condition,” with a diagnosis that includes double pneumonia. Various reports have tracked the roller-coaster nature of his case, with progress and setbacks,…

So here we are in the middle of winter and it’s likely you know at least one person who’s currently sick. There are a significant number of viruses in circulation around the country right now, so it’s not just your subjective experience. According to the CDC Respiratory Illnesses Data Channel,…

Though Respiratory Syncytial Virus (otherwise known as RSV) was first discovered in 1956, and catching it is almost a right of passage for young children (according to the CDC nearly all children have been infected with the virus by the age of two), a recent survey found that most adults…

We’ve never shied away from promoting healthy eating habits- essential for anyone who wants to age in as healthy a way as possible. We’ve also previously described why one important aspect of a healthy diet is the inclusion of Omega-3 fatty acids. They are essential, polyunsaturated fats that your body…

It’s clear that for agebuzz readers- really for anyone getting on in years- maintaining balance and preventing falls is an important topic. And while we regularly address balance and strength-building exercises, clutter clearance, and other fall prevention strategies, perhaps one of the more undiscussed but important areas of consideration is…

If you are healthy at this moment, count your lucky stars (and be thankful for whatever vaccines you’ve received). Because chances are, if you’re out and about, and especially if you’ve spent time with children, you’ve likely been exposed to, or infected with, one of several ailments sweeping the country:…