More articles about: Geriatrics

Two-thirds of all pet owners say that having an animal helps them stay physically active. But for some older adults, time commitment, cost and allergies stand in the way of pet ownership.

Technology can enrich the lives of those with low vision but a Michigan Medicineresearcher says a policy change might address racial disparities in use of the devices

Despite widespread availability, the online resource goes unused by many older Americans. And adaptation varies by age, income and education level.

Research finds that more than half of Medicare beneficiaries have a high risk of obstructive sleep apnea, but few have been assessed for the sleep disorder.

Most older Americans are satisfied with their sex lives, but frequency varies by age, health and other factors. And not many consult their doctors about sex-related problems.

Many older adults with severe hearing loss don’t have hearing aids, but those with them typically use less costly types of health care, a new study finds.

You can never be too careful about health-related fraud. What consumers should know about Medicare cards — and more.

A new study finds that steps to reduce prescriptions of a class of drugs that poses special hazard for older people are working. But many at-risk patients still receive them.

Many adults haven’t talked to their doctors, pharmacists or nurses about drug interactions, a new national poll finds.

Help is available to manage the stress of caregiving. A leader of the U-M poll that recently surveyed dementia caregivers shares some of the top places to turn.

Falls among middle-aged people are an underreported issue, U-M researchers say. Now, they’re probing the connection between falling and poor vision as a way to prevent injury.

Despite demands that impact their own lives and health, only 1 in 4 caregivers use support resources meant for them.

Americans nearing retirement face double trouble: more disability and cognitive issues than their elders had at this age and a longer wait to collect Social Security.

Millions more seniors now self-identify as healthy, federal data show. But the gains occurred only among those with higher levels of education and income.

Visiting a terminally ill loved one can be scary and uncomfortable. Get advice for visiting and comforting someone who is dying from a caregiver and patient.