August 7, 2025

Terminally Ill Nursing Home Patients Face Potentially Avoidable ER Visits, Hospital Stays

Terminally ill nursing home residents are being hounded to their graves with needless trips to the hospital, a new study says.

August 7, 2025

Palliative Care or Hospice? What's the Distinction?

If a doctor diagnoses you with a serious illness and suggests palliative care, don't jump to conclusions.

August 7, 2025

Number Of Family Caregivers Has Skyrocketed in The U.S.

The number of Americans caring for an older or disabled family member has risen dramatically during the past 10 years, according to a new AARP policy report.

July 21, 2025

Slower Arm Movement Increases Fall Risk Among Seniors

Seniors might be more prone to bone-breaking falls because they are unable to react quickly enough to regain their balance, a new study says.

July 18, 2025

Nieces, Nephews Become Dementia Caregivers Unexpectedly, Study Says

Two-thirds of nieces and nephews caring for an aging relative with dementia never expected to wind up with that responsibility, a recent small-scale study says.