Aging & Independence

Think Positive as You Age

Dec 20, 2023 · · Aging & Independence
Getting older means inevitable physical declines and losses that may transform your life. But—as my article on page 4 of this month’s issue notes—you can still turn this stage of your life into a time of growth, meaning, and happiness. To achieve this, you need to be proactive, creative, and … Read More

Raising Awareness: The Stigma of Parkinson’s Disease

Dec 20, 2023 · · Aging & Independence
Even the best treatment approaches for Parkinson’s disease (PD) are inadequate if they do not address patients’ feelings of social rejection, isolation, loneliness, and other psychosocial effects of stigma, according to a new study co-authored by UCLA Health neurologist and researcher Indu Subramanian, MD. She says many misconceptions and biases … Read More

Frontline: Phototherapy for Alzheimer’s Treatment; Timing of Exercise and Weight Loss; Knee Replacement Surgery

Nov 29, 2023 · · Aging & Independence
Phototherapy Demonstrates Promise for Alzheimer’s Treatment A new study has demonstrated promising results using photobiomodulation (PBM) for Alzheimer’s disease (AD). PBM is a type of low-level laser energy that is used to stimulate, heal, regenerate, and protect tissue that has been injured or is degenerating. In the study, researchers showed … Read More

Annual Gift Guide: Focus on Age Tech

Nov 29, 2023 · · Aging & Independence
Age tech refers to the innovative use of technology to address the unique challenges, interests, and needs of older adults. You’re likely already familiar with and using some age-tech devices, for example hearing aids that perform double and triple duty by pairing with smart TVs and smart phones; cellphones with … Read More

Research Roundup December 2023

Nov 29, 2023 · · Aging & Independence
• Less Salt May Benefit the Heart. Avoiding adding salt to meals or avoiding salt altogether may reduce risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke, and the development of atrial fibrillation (AF), a serious heart condition, researchers found. The study used data from more than 500,000 people aged 40 to 70 across … Read More

Know the Harms of Alcohol as You Age

Oct 26, 2023 · · Aging & Independence
A 2022 Gallup survey suggested that 54 percent of Americans ages 65 and older regularly drink alcohol. But while some research has suggested that alcohol may have health benefits if consumed in moderation (which generally is defined as no more than one drink per day), alcohol can be harmful for … Read More

Driving in Older Age

Oct 26, 2023 · · Aging & Independence
The holiday season is here, and for many of us that means driving long distances to spend time with family. If that’s what you’re planning to do, the excitement and anticipation you feel might mean you don’t give much thought to whether it is safe to still drive long distances … Read More

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