Healthy Living February 23, 2025 Dementia risk could be lowered by doing this for 5 minutes a day: study A study by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health researchers found that five minutes a day of light exercise may help prevent dementia, even for frail older adults. A doctor weighed in.
Health February 20, 2025 Two Alzheimer’s drugs help patients live independently at home for longer periods Two widely touted Alzheimer’s drugs have been shown to enable patients to remain in their homes for longer periods of time. Those medications, however, are not without their risks and side effects.
VIDEO February 16, 2025 Military vet now cancer-free after experimental treatment: 'There is hope' U.S. Navy veteran John Ryan shares how he beat lung cancer, which he believes is due to an immunotherapy clinical trial he underwent at Johns Hopkins.
Longevity February 14, 2025 104-year-old woman celebrates birthday by fulfilling most unusual wish A 104-year-old woman spent her birthday in jail recently — a longtime bucket-list item for her. The nursing home resident had never been inside the local jail and wanted to see it for herself.
Product Recalls February 9, 2025 Alfalfa sprouts recalled due to potential listeria contamination Wisconsin-based Jack and the Green Sprouts Inc. recalled its 5-ounce packages of alfalfa sprouts that expired on Jan. 29, as the product may be contaminated with listeria, the FDA reported.
Opinion February 2, 2025 Gen Z plans micro-retirement when they’ve barely started working Some Gen Z workers are turning traditional attitudes about employment on their head. They have embraced the idea of micro-retirement so they can take a break before they settle down.
Longevity February 1, 2025 One man knows the secrets of living a long, healthy life, and it's all about one activity A man who is 92 is teaching others the secrets of living a long, healthy and fulfilling life by engaging in one activity he truly cares about. Ivan Pedley loves the game of ping-pong.
Longevity January 27, 2025 WWII veteran turns 100, reveals the secrets of a long, healthy life A World War II veteran turned 100 years old — and shared the secrets of a long, healthy life. High on his list are friends and family, staying active, taking walks and helping those less fortunate.
Health January 25, 2025 Alcohol poses these 8 risks to older adults, experts warn The negative health impacts of alcohol have been in the spotlight since the surgeon general’s recent advisory, and now experts are warning that older drinkers might be more sensitive to them.
Health January 23, 2025 Memory loss isn’t always Alzheimer’s: Experts warn of common but little-known dementia A common cognitive disorder with symptoms that mimic Alzheimer's is often mistaken for the disease. Researchers are calling for criteria to diagnose the little-known condition.
Opinion January 21, 2025 I updated my will. Here’s why you should, too Estate planning isn't just to make sure that your wishes are carried out. A proper will makes everything easy for your family and puts all the necessary documents in one place.