October 17, 2022

You Can Now Buy Hearing Aids Over-the-Counter.  Experts Offer Tips for Consumers

It's official: Older Americans with hearing loss can now stroll into a big box store or pharmacy — or just visit a website — and buy hearing aids without a prescription.

September 28, 2022

Over 7 Million U.S. Seniors Have Mental Declines That Threaten Financial Skills

As Americans age, millions end up struggling with dementia or some level of memory impairment and diminished capacity to think clearly and make decisions.

September 28, 2022

Mental Skills Slow With Age, But Seniors Gain in Other Ways: Study

Seniors, there's good news and bad from a new study of mental health. The brain-centered research confirms that mental skills do decline with age -- but it also finds many people over 60 having better psychological health than folks in their 20s.

September 19, 2022

Seniors, This Daily Routine May Keep You Sharper, Happier

Older adults who rise and shine early every day may have sharper minds and fewer depression symptoms, a new study suggests.

September 14, 2022

Multivitamins Linked to Healthier Brains in Old Age

A daily multivitamin might help keep your brain free from any decline in thinking skills, a new study suggests.

August 31, 2022

Get Moving! Any Sports Can Lower Seniors' Odds of Early Death

Here's a fresh prescription for seniors who want to live longer and lower their odds of dying from cancer or heart disease: Lace up your running shoes or grab your tennis racket.