Huff And Puff: Physical Activity Will Boost Your Brain
April 30, 2025
When was the last time you exerted yourself enough to work up a little sweat and feel out of breath? If it’s been a while, then it may be time to get ready to huff and puff again. A new series of research studies reports that both your physical and…
Uncertain Status: The Ongoing Uncertainty About Social Security
April 30, 2025
The turmoil at the Social Security Administration, which we’ve previously profiled, continues on, as more staff firings may be in the works, computer systems malfunction, and remaining staff struggle to address problems and consumer fears in a system that was already at a 50-year staffing low even before the current…
Into The Weeds: Is Cannabis Safe For Older Adults?
April 30, 2025
While marijuana use existed well before the Baby Boom generation took hold, there’s no doubt that there’s a strong association between growing up in the 60s and 70s and smoking pot or getting high. The question becomes, is that a safe or healthy habit as a person in your 60s,…
Brain Health Basics: Daily Actions To Keep You Cognitively Fit
April 23, 2025
It’s no mystery that your lifestyle can significantly impact how you age and how well your brain functions as you age. We’ve noted on many occasions that the risk of a dementia diagnosis can be greatly lowered with such lifestyle modifications as regular exercise, a healthier diet, good quality sleep,…
Read The Season: New Books This Spring
April 23, 2025
So what’s currently on your nightstand (or your Kindle)? Are you plowing through a new book or meandering your way through several different works, picking and choosing to start and stop depending on your mood? Well, according to a new NPR/Ipsos Poll, most of us enjoy reading and would like…
Aging Without Others: The Impact Of Loneliness As The Population Ages
April 16, 2025
A recent public survey clearly tells the story of loneliness among older adults: 34% of older adults surveyed feel isolated, and 37% suffer from a lack of companionship. As one expert makes clear, “When Mondays are like Thursdays are like Saturdays, life can be rather drab, miserable, and meaningless.” Beyond…