senior health

Antibiotics May Not Cause Diarrheal Bacteria

Health - October 10, 2008

Since testing is often on those already on drugs, some diagnoses could be wrong, study says more >>

Older Diabetics With Depression Face Higher Death Rate

Health - October 10, 2008

Study suggests poor self-care partly to blame more >>

Drug Sorafenib Improves Kidney Cancer Outcomes

Health - October 9, 2008

It helped older and younger patients, study says more >>

7 Tips From Uncle Sam's New Fitness Guidelines

By Katherine Hobson - On Fitness - October 9, 2008

You've heard most of the recommendations before, but there are some buried gems. more >>

Genes Give Clues to Age-Linked Eye Trouble

Health - October 7, 2008

Macular degeneration is a major cause of vision loss, blindness more >>

Pneumonia Vaccine Lowers Chances of Heart Attack

Health - October 6, 2008

50% reduction in risk seen 2 years later in Canadian study more >>

National Scorecard Ranks Palliative Care Across Country

Health - October 2, 2008

Availability varies widely, and South comes out worst, researchers say more >>

Seniors in Poor Areas More Likely to Die After Surgery

Health - September 29, 2008

Study raises questions about disparities in outcomes, but offers no concrete answers more >>

Older Problem Gamblers Face Increased Suicide Risk

Health - September 28, 2008

Over-55 bettors more likely to ask casinos to bar them, fearing self harm if they can't stop more >>

Active Social Life May Reduce Men's Alzheimer's Risk

Health - September 26, 2008

Home, family, club activities appear to enhance creation of new brain cells, study finds more >>

Most Medicare Drug Premiums Same or Lower in 2009

Health - September 25, 2008

Open enrollment for Part D begins Nov. 15, so review your plan, agency officials say. more >>

A Problem With Ads for Private Medicare Plans

By Michelle Andrews - On Health and Money - September 25, 2008

Advertisements won't give you what you need to make a sound choice. more >>

Voice Problems in Seniors Undertreated

Health - September 25, 2008

Many believe it's normal part of aging, so they don't get necessary help, study says more >>

Boomers Should Add Muscle Before It's Too Late

Health - September 24, 2008

Resitance training in 60s, 70s wards off loss that weakens posture, balance, study says more >>

Hormone Therapy Not Best for Older Prostate Cancer Patients

Health - September 23, 2008

Study found giving it before radiation raised death risk 20% in this group more >>

Cholesterol Drugs May Raise Post-Op Delirium Risk

Health - September 22, 2008

Patients on statin medications 30% more likely to experience trouble, study finds more >>

Caregivers Face Multiple Strains Tending Older Parents

Health - September 22, 2008

Study confirms health decline in middle-aged adults juggling chores for 2 lives more >>

How to Pick a Healthy Place to Retire

By Emily Brandon - Money & Business - September 22, 2008

Scientist Mary Altpeter discusses how to choose a retirement haven and live a longer life. more >>

Medicare's Monthly Premium Won't Rise in 2009

Health - September 19, 2008

But deductible for hospital, hospice care will increase, agency says more >>

Forgetting: Is It Aging or Alzheimer's?

By Emily Brandon - Planning to Retire - September 19, 2008

Medical director William Uffner explains what symptoms should cause concern. more >>

Best Healthy Places to Retire: Green Valley, Arizona

By Liz Wolgemuth - Money & Business - September 18, 2008

Oh, it's hot, all right. But there's plenty more to do in this senior haven than just sweat. more >>

Best Healthy Places to Retire: Punta Gorda, Florida

By David LaGesse - Money & Business - September 18, 2008

Four years after Hurricane Charley struck, this waterfront gem is now better than ever. more >>

Best Healthy Places to Retire: Eden, Prairie, Minnesota

By Kirk Shinkle - Money & Business - September 18, 2008

Staying physically fit isn't just for football stars here in the home of Purple Power. more >>

Best Healthy Places to Retire: Walnut Creek, California

By Emily Brandon - Money & Business - September 18, 2008

Magnificent view may be worth the high cost of living. more >>

Best Healthy Places to Retire: Longmeadow, Massachusetts

By Katy Marquardt - Money & Business - September 18, 2008

Senior birders are flocking to this small city in a garden. more >>