Spotting the Difference Between Normal Forgetting and Mild Cognitive Impairment
The difference between normal forgetting and mild cognitive impairment comes down to three key factors: how often it happens, whether others notice it,...
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Single-Leg Stand Is the Cheapest Aging Assessment You Can Do Today at Home
A single-leg stand test is the cheapest aging assessment you can do today at home because it requires nothing but a wall or handrail and 10 seconds of...
One in Three Hip Fracture Patients Dies Within a Year, CDC Data Shows
Recent CDC data reveals that hip fracture mortality among older Americans is lower than the widely cited "one in three" statistic suggests.
Medicare Does Not Cover Most Home Modifications, So Here Is What Actually Helps
Medicare does not cover home modifications such as grab bars, ramps, bathroom renovations, stair lifts, or structural changes needed to make a house safer...
Stair Climb Tests Beat Resting Heart Rate at Predicting Cardiac Events
A simple staircase may be more revealing about your heart health than your resting heart rate. Recent research presented at the European Society of...
Roughly 36 Million Falls Are Reported Among Older Adults Each Year, CDC Says
The statistics on falls among older adults are sobering: more than 14 million adults ages 65 and older report falling each year in the United States,...
6-Minute Walk Test: Distance You Should Cover Comfortably After Age 70
The 6-Minute Walk Test (6MWT) measures how far a person can walk at a comfortable pace in six minutes on a flat surface.
Grip Strength Drops 1% per Year After 50, and That Number Predicts Survival
After age 50, most adults lose about 1% of their grip strength each year—a seemingly small number that researchers have found to be a powerful predictor...
Smart Home Setup for Aging Parents That Will Not Require Constant Tech Support
The best smart home setup for aging parents is one that works reliably without needing a tech-savvy family member standing by with a phone.
CAPS Certified Specialists Explained — When Hiring One Is Actually Worth It
Hiring a CAPS (Certified Aging in Place Specialist) is worth considering if you need professional guidance on home modifications to keep an aging loved...