As demographic changes mean more of the population lives longer, it also means many people outlive their family members, friends or others who could provide support and assistance.  For those who grow old alone, the challenges are many. Read More

For practical and useful common sense health advice from a Board Certified physician specializing in aging and the elderly, meet geriatrician Dr. Leslie Kernison:Read More Currently, there is a nationwide shortage of geriatricians who, like Dr. Kernison, are trained phyisicans caring for elderly patients. This is happening despite our exploding…

How much of the old wisdom you heard growing up in fact turns out to be true? For example, are carrots actually good for your aging eyes? Read More … And what about apples? Is an apple a day really a wise idea?  Turns out those apple peels we often toss may…

While the benefits of exercise for physical well being are widely known, did you know that there is now solid evidence linking strong legs with strong mental clarity into old age? Mother/daughter squats anyone? Read More 

Transportation back and forth, to the doctor, to the clinic, to physical therapy- often one of the biggest hurdles for older persons with medical problems who don’t drive…and often one of the biggest worries for faraway caregivers and concerned relatives…Now, thanks to LYFT, older patients may be able to securely…

Right now there is no specific medical test to definitively diagnose Alzheimer’s in patients thought to have this dreaded disease. Often the diagnosis is not confirmed until an autopsy after death. However, scientists have recently reported that an early urine test to diagnose Alzheimer’s may be on the horizon.  Read…