It’s no joke that sleep deprivation is a major public health problem– and for older adults, the consequences of insufficient sleep can lead to serious health problems. For those of us who don’t or can’t get 7-8 hours of sleep a night, the search for sleeping aids can feel urgent or even…

It’s no big secret that many of us are ignoring the traditional retirement age of 65. Some of us are continuing on in long-established careers while others are embarking on an “encore” or even third career. And why not? If you have the health, interest, and stamina, work can tremendously…

Undoubtedly, you have your favorite: Could it be Maggie Smith in Downton Abbey? Or Judi Dench in Victoria and Abdul? Maybe Joan Plowright in Enchanted April? Or perhaps Eileen Atkins in Gosford Park? No matter, come September 21st, all four of these delightful British thespians will be on screen together…

Whether as an ingenue, political activist, fitness guru or now television star, actress Jane Fonda has always been a somewhat controversial and yet fascinating public figure. Now 80 years old, Fonda stars in the fifth season of her Netflix show Grace and Frankie. Along with actors Lily Tomlin, Sam Waterston and Martin…

For most of us, it’s a never-ending battle to keep our weight in check as the years go by. And for many, this means chasing after all sorts of solutions and advice, much of which is not science-based and sometimes even utter nonsense.   So, here are a few “myths” which…

You may or may not have fond memories of your college dorm days- negotiating shared space, jockeying for some privacy in the bathroom, etc. For some, the idea of sharing space as a grown adult is unwelcome- unless and until we have no choice. However, it seems that the concept…