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New tip sheet provides overview of Parkinson’s disease
We probably all know at least one older person who has developed Parkinson’s disease, a degenerative neurological condition which affects…
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New report: More support needed for male caregivers
Men now make up about 40 percent of all family caregivers, but a new report says most are not reaching…
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Experienced freelancers provide valuable tips, advice
Ah, the freelance life. Sleeping until noon. Working in your pajamas. Picking and choosing just the right assignments that appeal…
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Cinematic techniques can add pop to stories, says Pulitzer winner at #AHCJ17
All great stories begin with great reporting. But how do you make your copy snap, crackle and pop? Use some…
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Feeding hungry seniors and much more, one knock on the door at a time
Ellie Hollander wants to see every older adult live out their lives independently, in their own homes. But, the president…
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Changes to prostate screening recommendations nuanced
New draft recommendations from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) on prostate cancer screening for men age 55 to…
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Is the Trump administration ignoring the LGBT community?
The Trump administration recently announced that it would no longer collect information on LGBT older adults in two key national…
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Search for fountain of youth drives testosterone replacement industry
You know those ads on late-night radio or in the back of some magazines for testosterone replacement therapy? Hate to…
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Report shares ideas for improved end-of-life care
The inaugural Aspen Health Strategy Group (AHSG) report on improving end-of-life care pulls few punches in calling for significant changes…
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Policy experts predicted AHCA’s potential impact on older adults
From higher age-based premiums to cuts in Medicaid funding for dual eligibles, there was much for aging advocates to criticize…