When helping my aging father, I struggled to respect his autonomy while ensuring his safety. Not...
Living well
How to protect your eyesight and a warning about some eyedrops
As you age, your eyesight often deteriorates, particularly for seeing things up close and...
Escort requirements keep people from receiving medical procedures
Paula Span reports for the New York Times on outpatient procedures that require patients to have...
Can eating the right foods improve your sleep?
Americans too often struggle to get the sleep they need, which can lead to all sorts of chronic...
Medical and health misinformation abounds
Medical and health misinformation abounds, and it’s not going away. The government should do...
Multigenerational family housing can work
Paula Span reports for the New York Times on multigenerational family residences. Think of them as...
Five tips for talking to the people you love about their health
Many of us want to help our parents or other people we love as they age. But, we have no idea how...
Retirement Reboot: What you should know and how to plan ahead
Once you retire, how will you replace your working income to maintain your standard of living? In...
Chocoholic? Beware of lead and cadmium
If you’re a chocolate lover like me, choosing a good chocolate bar is easier said than done...
Avoid eating processed meats
We all know that ultraprocessed foods—fast food and junk food—are bad for your health...