Weight management becomes more complex as people age due to health considerations, mobility challenges, and nutritional factors. Understanding the role of diet and exercise in weight management can ...

Sleep is important at all ages, but older adults often do not get enough. Proper sleep hygiene can help promote healthy sleep habits and help individuals stay healthy as they age. Sleep hygiene refers ...

Andrew Duxbury, M.D., professor in the UAB Division of Gerontology, Geriatrics and Palliative Care, provides expert advice and tips for at-home geriatric care. The health of older adults can change ...

Older adults can boost their fiber intake by making small changes to their eating habits. Fiber is an indigestible carbohydrate found in foods such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. It offers a ...

For older adults, both prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) medications play a vital role in treating health conditions. They help ease symptoms and support overall well-being. To ensure the ...

Health Tips: Chest pain is widely considered the hallmark symptom of a heart attack, but doctors warn that this is not always ...

Exercise is widely regarded as an essential component of health for older adults — particularly strength training. Health agencies recommend that adults get at least 150 minutes per week of ...

If you're worried about falls and fractures, you're likely taking one or both of these. But a recent analysis shows you may ...

Some may assume that losing teeth is just part of growing older. Around 11% of adults between the ages of 65 and 74 have lost all of their teeth, according to 2020 data from the U.S. Centers for ...

A recent New York Times article grabbed attention with its provocative headline: “A.D.H.D. Diagnoses Are Surging Among Older Americans.” At first glance, this seems like an important story about ...