Basic Balance: Are You Regularly Doing Balance Exercises?
February 25, 2026
There’s really no debate that for most of us, balance becomes more important- and more fragile- the older we get. You know the drill: One in four adults age 65 and older falls each year, and more than ⅓ of those falls require medical attention or limit activities or mobility….
Predictions And Prevention: Research Moves Closer To Diagnosing Alzheimer’s In Advance of Symptoms
February 25, 2026
You may remember that, back in November, we reported on the emergence of additional blood biomarker tests for Alzheimer’s that, while not actually giving you an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, would be able to rule out one of the proteins highly predictive of Alzheimer’s in patients who are experiencing worrisome symptoms. In…
Clearing Up The Confusion: For Most, Statins Are Safe & Key To Cholesterol Control
February 25, 2026
As we end Heart Health month and perhaps renew our pledge to do all we can to lower our risk of heart disease (which continues to be the #1 cause of death in our country), there’s no getting around the risk that high cholesterol poses to our heart health. While…
No Brainer: New Support For Brain Games And Other Cognitive Enrichment
February 18, 2026
Back in October of 2025, we highlighted a new study that seemed to demonstrate that playing certain brain games could restore a chemical neurotransmitter in the brain, thereby lowering your risk of cognitive decline and improving memory and thinking skills. Now we have evidence from a new study, under the…
Friendships Over 50: Maintaining And Expanding Your Friendship Network
February 11, 2026
For many, the approach of Valentine’s Day does not necessarily include a romantic interlude with your honey, but rather an opportunity to express your love and affection for your “Galentine,” that is, a moment dedicated to expressions of love and gratitude for deep friendships. As Euripides once said, “One loyal…
Heartfelt: The Current State Of Heart Health Among Older Adults
February 4, 2026
You may or may not realize that February is American Heart Month. So, while you’re making plans for affairs of the heart for February 14th, you might also want to gain better insight into just how your physical heart is doing these days. If you’re anything like other older adults,…