(BPT) - Just like our muscles, our brain functions at its best when it's given a "workout." Challenging your mental acuity — whether through reading, playing word games, completing puzzles or …
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As people age, many lose loved ones, find their mobility diminished and see social circles shrink. All of this can contribute to feelings of loneliness
LegalZoom explains that by familiarizing yourself with the law, you can learn how to protect assets from a nursing home and create a stable future for yourself and your loved ones.
(BPT) - Lisa Roberts has raised a family, reached an impressively high level in her career, and been an anchor for her mother and other family members. Suddenly, within a very short period, her …
(BPT) - When individuals reach age 50, their risk of developing shingles increases, making it more important than ever to understand this painful condition and how to help prevent. …
When people over 65 lose Medicaid coverage, they stop seeing their doctors for preventive care due to high costs. This in turn leads to worse health outcomes and higher health care costs.
(BPT) - Getting older is a gift, one that can bring joy, wisdom and the opportunity to enjoy life's next chapter. While it can naturally also be associated with health challenges, new research has …
(BPT) - Nearly 50% of people living with Alzheimer's disease show signs of a separate but related condition called agitation in Alzheimer's dementia. However, many people caring for a loved one …
(BPT) - Did you know the leading cause of disability in the U.S. is arthritis? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), arthritis affects more than 54 million Americans, and …
(BPT) - Did you know women spend over 30% of their lives in a menopausal state? While menopause and the transitional period before it, called perimenopause, are important milestones in a woman's life …
(BPT) - For millions of Americans with Medicare Part B coverage, virtual healthcare offers a convenient alternative to traditional in-person visits.While Medicare provides essential coverage for …
(BPT) - You can probably imagine how important it is for someone with a serious illness to have an advance care directive — instructions about their wishes in the event they're unable to …
(BPT) - Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's can be overwhelming. Nearly 70% of family caregivers say that coordinating care is stressful, and two-thirds struggle to find information to support …
(BPT) - Every year, consumers spend a lot of money during "celebration season," which kicks off on Mother's Day, quickly followed by Father's Day, graduations, school parties and activities, with …
(BPT) - Guardant HealthDid you know colorectal cancer (CRC) is one of the most treatable forms of cancer when it's caught in its early stages, yet one in three American adults are not up to date with …
(BPT) - Retirement is a major transition in your life. While it can be an exciting chapter you may have long looked forward to, the key to making the most of your retirement is proper planning.From …
(BPT) - For anyone facing tooth loss, dental implants offer more than just a cosmetic solution. They can have a significant impact on your overall health and well-being. However, it's important to do …
(BPT) - As the American population ages, the desire to "age in place" — remaining in one's own home during the golden years — has become increasingly prevalent. A recent survey by Point, …
Vivian Health compared data across all 50 states and the District of Columbia to perform a comprehensive analysis of where nursing shortages may continue to impact health care systems.
SmartAsset identifies the U.S. cities with the highest populations of people aged 55 to 64 to determine where the biggest shifts out of the workforce and into retirement may occur.
(BPT) - As winter begins to dissipate, students and families are eagerly preparing not just to make the most of sunny weather and spring holidays, but for saving hacks so they aren't returning home …
