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Aging
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Why falls are a public health crisis for older adults
Preventable falls are the leading cause of injury for older adults, costing the U.S. health system more than $400 million…
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Adieu, Aduhelm: Biogen pulls plug on controversial Alzheimer’s drug
The discontinuation of Biogen’s Aduhelm is a cautionary tale of overpromising, under-delivering, and an inside look at FDA sausage-making.
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Clearing up confusion about dual eligibles
Here’s what you need to know to report on dual eligibles, low-income older or disabled adults who qualify for both…
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Eating more plant protein in midlife may help promote healthier aging in women, study says
A new study shows that women who eat more plant-based protein have fewer chronic diseases and generally age healthier.
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Brain care score may help pinpoint risk of dementia, stroke
Following a list of 12 steps to modify physical, lifestyle and social components of health could help older people improve…
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Should Medicare cover obesity drugs? Many oldcer adults think so
While nearly a quarter of older Americans struggle with excess weight, Medicare and other insurers don’t cover some popular treatments.
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How they did it: ‘Dying Broke’ series chronicles families’ long-term care struggles
Behind the scenes of a New York Times and KFF Health News joint series documenting the failings of the American…
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Why age bias has real world health effects
A new study found that ageist attitudes and negative self-perceptions of aging directly affect an older person’s physical and mental…
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Tip sheet: What to know about post-menopause health risks
Despite the health risks that affect half of the world’s population for a third of their lives or longer, many…
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AARP long-term care scorecard reveals plenty of room for improvement
Photo by Jsme MILA via pexels.More than three years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, care provided for older people and…