April 15, 2017 World's oldest person, Emma Morano, dies at 117 in Italy An Italian doctor says Emma Morano, at 117 the world's oldest person, has died in her home in northern Italy.
March 1, 2017 Could Alzheimer's really bankrupt Medicare and Medicaid? 91±¬ÁÏ’ Dr. Manny Alvarez sat down with Dr. Rudolph Tanzi, a professor of neurology at Harvard Medical School who participated in PBS’ "Alzheimer’s: Every Minute Counts" documentary to take a closer look at the critical financial problem Americans face with the disease
February 21, 2017 'Kung Fu Granny' keeps town safe at 94 The face of strength and protection in a province of southeast China has a bamboo stick in her hand and 90 years of Kung Fu experience under her belt.
January 30, 2017 David Asman: Your Social Security checks aren't safe from the prying hands of big government Two weeks ago my parents’ bookkeeper called to tell me that my folks were getting about $500 less every month in their Social Security checks. I was shocked.
January 5, 2017 Why outdated seat belts may be putting lives at risk Although Helen Kessler feels confident driving, her seat belt prevents her from feeling fully comfortable behind the wheel.
January 4, 2017 French cyclist Robert Marchand sets world record at 105 In a skin-tight yellow and violet jersey, the Frenchman set a world record in the 105-plus age category – created especially for the tireless veteran – by riding 22.547 kilometers (14.01 miles) in one hour.
December 16, 2016 Down the road: better seatbelts for seniors Ohio researchers say today's seat belts weren't designed to protect the smaller, frailer seniors who account for tens of millions of drivers in the U.S alone.
December 7, 2016 Researchers fret as info lags on pot effects on older adults Surveys show a small but growing number of older adults are using marijuana — a trend that worries researchers who say not enough information exists about how pot affects older users.
November 22, 2016 Elderly with dementia targeted in 'sham marriage' scams Conning the elderly for financial gain is nothing new, but a scheme dubbed the "fake love scam" has officials on high alert.
November 9, 2016 Documentary sheds light on US caregivers' salary crisis After being forced to retire at age 90, Delores Bennet needed help.