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

When you think about malnutrition, you may picture famine or starving children in developing countries. But in the United States and across the globe, malnutrition among older adults is a ...

A new study finds unmet care needs are rising fastest among the youngest cohort of older adults in the U.S., potentially ...

The COVID-19 pandemic has exerted profound and multifaceted effects on the mental health of older adults worldwide. Widespread lockdowns and social-distancing measures heightened social isolation, ...

Older adults who received a high-dose influenza vaccine experienced a decreased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease compared with those who received a standard dose, according to a study published ...

This story is part of a Seattle Times focus on the affordability crisis in the Northwest. We explore the high cost of living and wealth disparities that shape our region; examine policies that impact ...

Almost every weekday morning, a shuttle bus picks up Tupuinuu Siolo at his apartment near Pike Place Market and takes him to one of the best views of the city. The 74-year-old starts most days with a ...

Share on Pinterest Research shows that older adults still desire sex and intimacy in relationships. Image Credit: Studio Firma/Stocksy A recent study has shown that adults remain interested in sexual ...

Older adults with heart failure (HF) who participated in transitional care interventions (TCI) experienced improved self-care confidence and reductions in heart failure-specific hospital readmissions.

For 35 years, Barbara Senich only owned black pants. “I thought somehow, that would make me look less big,” said Senich, 69, who has struggled with obesity for most of her life. At her heaviest, ...