The golden years should be filled with confidence and comfort, but for millions of older adults, persistent bad breath creates an embarrassing barrier to social interactions and intimate moments. This ...

Difficulty swallowing is a common problem in older adults. Nerve or muscle problems are often the cause, but the condition can also stem from various health conditions. It can significantly affect a ...

Balance issues in older adults can stem from various causes. Prompt diagnosis and treatment for any underlying conditions, along with preventive measures, can help reduce fall risks and serious ...

(BPT) – The “silver tsunami” of people 65 and older combined with the uptick in surgeries during the winter months is creating the perfect storm for a sometimes-overlooked issue — postoperative ...

New research suggests that a person’s overall physical and mental abilities, known as intrinsic capacity, may help predict ...

Research ties oral health to dementia risk through nutrition, social life, and daily function, suggesting oral care supports ...

According to the surgeon general’s 2023 report on loneliness, a lack of social connection is as dangerous as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Janada Carter hosts Bible Jeopardy for North Light Community ...

Just a few days of eating a diet high in saturated fat could be enough to cause memory problems and related brain inflammation in older adults, a new study in rats suggests. Researchers fed separate ...

Older adults may find learning new languages challenging, but recent research shows the effort itself provides significant ...

The natural aging process results in much more than just changes to one’s physical appearance – it also brings chronic health ...

Over the past 25 years, opioid use among older adults has increased dramatically, with a ninefold increase. Older adults are more likely to be prescribed opioids for chronic conditions such as chronic ...