Finding a Geriatrician might be the key to staying healthy as you age. These are primary care doctors who specialize in those who are 65+
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In 1900, the average lifespan for both men and women was less than 50 years old. It was 77.8 years old in the first half of 2020. You can see why an age-friendly health system is so important today.
The Town Square concept used at the George G. Glenner Alzheimer’s Family Center in the San Diego area. Billed as the first “immersive reminiscence therapy,” it is an area designed as a town square (hence the name) that includes objects reminiscent of life in the 1950s and 1960s.
Although the commitment to better physical fitness is important, how about your mental fitness?
According to a recent study, HIIT workouts aren't just for seasoned, younger athletes. They can also help older adults booster their fitness.
Alzheimer’s disease, which is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S., currently has no cure.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), around 50 million people have dementia and, with one new case every three seconds, the number of people with dementia is set to triple by 2050.
