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More Americans are keeping their natural teeth throughout their lifetimes, federal research tells us. Overall, the rate of U.S. adults…
One of the oldest and most influential medical journals in the world is The Lancet. Based in the UK, the…
Millions of older adults struggle to make ends meet. They’re often faced with nearly impossible choices — food or medication;…
Last week kicked off the 11-day Iowa State Fair, drawing most of the top Democratic presidential candidates. A regular stop…
Here’s another reason to eat your broccoli: It’s a great source of Vitamin K that may help decrease the risk…
Freelance journalist Cassandra Willyard recently asked me on Twitter about resources on the use of appropriate, respectful language when it…
For many homebound elderly, the driver who delivers their weekly meals may be their only human contact all week. These…
In the years since the passage of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), California has employed Medicaid expansion and the state…
How old is too old to practice medicine? That’s a question without a definitive answer, but one of concern to…
What do depression, diabetes, dyslexia, prosthetics, hearing loss, obesity and heart disease all have in common? All are considered disabilities…