At Your Own Risk: The Risks Of Surgery As An Older Patient
December 8, 2022
While it’s old news that surgery can be a risky proposition for anyone in their later years, a new study out of Yale University published in JAMA Network Surgery makes the incidence of serious risk very clear. According to this research, which examined the post-surgery course of about 1000 older…
From Simple To Sumptuous: A Selection Of Holiday Gift Ideas
December 8, 2022
It’s that time of year when holiday gift lists are growing and gift suggestions are crowding your inbox. In many ways, with rising costs this year, many of us are scaling back our giving (and likely our receiving) so what you buy (or receive) may carry more importance than in…
Superstars: Why Do Some Of Us Stay So Sharp And Capable As We Age?
November 30, 2022
You’ve likely met them before, or perhaps you are even one of them: Able to recall vivid details from events long in the past, constantly on the prowl to read new books and learn new information, even playing a robust game of tennis at an age that most of us…
Strong And Steady: More Insights On Preventing Falls
November 30, 2022
As we approach the winter weather season, it’s likely that we’ll face more risk of slipping and falling outside. With slick surfaces, clunkier footwear, and just more fear of falling, the chances of a fall and possible injury go up. No doubt there are plenty of resources and recommendations, on…
Strength Or Consequences: How Weak Muscles Have Become The New “Smoking”
November 16, 2022
The terrible health consequences of smoking have been long established, and in recent years excessive sitting/sedentary behavior has also been associated with similar negative health effects. Now we are learning that weak muscles may be the “new smoking” when it comes to unhealthy aging. How is that so? Research has…
Mark These Words: Recommended Books As The Year Ends
November 16, 2022
Hoping to find a few hours over the upcoming holidays to curl up with a good new book? Well, there’s no shortage of recommendations or newly published books to entice you! For a roundup of some of the most lauded books of 2022, take a look at the list, along…