Financial scams may be the crime of the 21st century. They are on the rise, and older adults are...
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Bladder control tips for men
It’s a fact that as men age, the prostate enlarges, and that causes frequent, sometimes painful...
Pharma profits from patenting OTC drugs
Given that taxpayers contribute significantly to both the development of drugs and drug spending...
What’s a living funeral?
As we age, it’s important to plan for the unexpected. Planning ahead can mean everything from...
Cohousing: Independence, companionship and community
Sharon Jayson of Kaiser Health News reports on cohousing, a new trend in housing for older adults...
New Zealanders join coffin clubs to plan their funerals
Earlier this month, National Geographic released a video about older New Zealanders (Kiwis) who...
Prolonged use of PPIs may increase risk of stomach cancer
Prolonged use of a class of drugs popularly used to control acid reflux and heartburn (proton-pump...
How to maintain your weight? Exercise can help
If you’re wondering how best to maintain your weight, a recent study suggests that exercise...
Taking statins may increase risk of diabetes for some
People who are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes may increase that risk by taking a statin...
Eye drops: More waste, more profits
If you’ve ever wondered why your prescription pill bottle has way more pills than you need or...