We’re in the homestretch- those lazy days of summer that usually mean relaxation and rest before the Fall rush begins- Oh wait, that’s a sweet vision from a previous life. Many of us instead are in a constant state of anxiety, worried about our futures and bickering in the present….

While our knowledge of the coronavirus and its impact are still evolving, there’s much we know at this point to practically keep ourselves safe. We know with some certainty, according to Dr. Lydia Bourouiba, Director of the fluid dynamics of disease transmission lab at MIT, that COVID-19 is transmitted mostly through…

You already know the drill: right now we have few effective treatments to help persons afflicted with dementia. And given that estimates are that 50 million people worldwide have been diagnosed with dementia, that’s a tremendous amount of suffering and burden on both patients and their caregivers. If there’s any…

We’re all looking for ways to stay strong during these challenging times- and not just emotionally. Turns out physical strength is also valuable, certainly for balance and mobility, but perhaps more importantly right now, for your immune system. In previous agebuzz posts, we’ve touted the benefits of strength training for…

Despite the fact that we’re still in summer, it appears that it’s not too early to be thinking about your annual flu shot. Especially this year. Estimates are that in previous seasons only about 45% of adults received the flu vaccine. But for older adults, already at higher risk for…

Those of you who have followed agebuzz for a while know that the evidence to support meditation and mindfulness is clear and compelling: For stress reduction, cognitive and emotional health, and a myriad of physical ailments, the ability to focus one’s mind and heighten one’s attention to the moment can…