Mental issues affecting senior population is largely overlooked By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant More than 15 percent of adults aged 60 and older experience mental
Golden Years
Geriatric Syndromes Require Special Care
As we age, we become more likely to develop several co-occurring health problems that feed each other. These are called ‘geriatric syndromes’ By Deborah
Blood Pressure: Understanding the New Guidelines
New parameters mean more Americans have high blood pressure By Jim Miller If you’re unsure what your blood pressure levels should be, you’re not
8 Health Issues Affecting Baby Boomers
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Many issues affect the health of older adults. Area experts weighed in on eight of them. 1. Alzheimer’s disease The
US Lifespan Decreasing
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Much of the emphasis in modern medicine has focused on longevity. We want to live longer, healthier lives. But according
Aerobic Exercise Key for Brain Health
Practice helps prevent cognitive decline, say experts By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Aerobic exercise may offer protection from cognitive decline, according to two recent studies.
Too Many Meds = Increased Health Risks
Experts warn about the dangers of polypharmacy By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant The older patients become, the more likely they need prescription medication. According to
Buffalo Resident Celebrates 105 Years
Mary Pecoraro has no major medical issues to date except she can no longer hear By Katie Coleman Celebrating 105 years of life was
Getting in Shape? Get a Trainer
By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Walking laps, playing a sport or following an exercise video can help you improve your health. But dropping pounds and
Social Security Options for Divorced Spouses
By Jim Miller As a divorced spouse, you can collect Social Security retirement benefits on the earnings record of your ex-husband or ex-wife, if