Anne Goldberg, a tech-savvy senior herself, found her calling in teaching older adults how to use smartphones and tablets. It all started when she created a PowerPoint slideshow for a friend's relative's birthday party. The guests were impressed, and Goldberg received calls from other seniors seekin
Older adults who develop depression might be showing early signs of brain diseases like Parkinson's or Lewy body dementia. This is what a recent study suggests. The study found that depression becomes more common in these seniors, starting about three years before they are diagnosed with these brain
Vaccines are like superheroes for older adults. They don't just shield them from serious illnesses like shingles, RSV, and flu. They also come with some surprising extra benefits. Let's take a closer look. First up, the shingles vaccine. It's a big deal because it cuts the risk of getting shingles
After the big National Signing Day event, some top football players are still waiting to decide. Many schools have already signed their new players. But some athletes are taking their time. They might sign later this week or even next week. One big story is about LSU's defensive line recruits. LSU
In October 2025, the seniors housing and care sector saw a massive surge in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), with 110 deals announced. This shattered the previous monthly record of 77 deals set in October 2024. The total dollar volume for these transactions also hit a new high, exceeding $11. 5 billi
People from all walks of life are uniting to protest against the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, and its leader, Elon Musk. This diverse group includes social workers, veterans, educators, and even a 96-year-old woman who survived Nazi occupation. They are all concerned about the poten
The Social Security Administration (SSA) is rolling out stricter identity checks. This means millions of people will need to visit an SSA field office instead of handling things over the phone. Starting March 31st, verifying your identity over the phone will no longer be an option. If you can't veri
RSV, or Respiratory Syncytial Virus, is a big deal for seniors. It can cause serious breathing problems, leading to hospital visits and even death. Lately, three new vaccines have been approved for older adults. But will they take them? That's the question. To figure this out, we need to lo
Falls are a major concern for older adults. They can cause serious injuries or even be fatal. Keeping active and strong is key to preventing falls. This is why joining local exercise groups is often recommended. But with technology advancing, digital exercise programs are being explored as an altern
Imagine you're a grandparent who just took a tumble and broke your thigh bone near the hip. Your doctor now has to decide whether to replace your entire hip or use a special nail to fix the break. A recent study compared two common methods: total hip replacement (THA) and a nail called proximal femo
