Long-Term Care Insurance Is Back on Seniors’ Radar
Why planning now could protect your retirement later
Carolyn Ames
West Nile Deaths Jumped 32% — Seniors Are Most at Risk
Doctors say the virus is being underestimated, even as serious cases rise.
The Silent Eye Disease Many Seniors Miss
Why glaucoma screenings matter more than you think
Dry January: A Small Break That Can Change More Than You Think
A Tufts-led look at why even one alcohol-free month can matter—especially as we age
The Support System Inside You: How Strong Relationships May Steady Weight and Strengthen the Brain–Gut Connection
A bonus from our Gut-Brain Connection series
Finding Yourself Again After Retirement
Retirement can shake your sense of self — but it can also open the door to fresh meaning, steadier routines, and a renewed sense of belonging.
Could the Mediterranean Diet Help Seniors With MS Think More Clearly?
A new study offers a hopeful connection between food and brain health
The Tea-Time Boost: How L-Theanine and Caffeine May Help a Tired Brain Pay Attention
There are limitations you need to know about, though
Why the Mediterranean Diet Works
Watch our video on how to shop the Mediterranean Diet at the grocery
FTC Warns: Big-Dollar Scams Against Seniors Are Way Up
On average, people our age lost over $1,600. Ouch.
The Gut Trick: How a Simple Fiber Might Help an Aging Brain
"Bifidobacterium" seems to be the magic
December 2025: 13 Things Seniors Need to Check-off
Taxes, loneliness, scams, clothes prices going up -- what else?
Whooping Cough Is Rising Again — What Grandparents Should Know
Adults need a Tdap booster every 10 years.
The Fast-Food Desserts That Are (Relatively) Safer for Seniors
If you’re going to treat yourself, these options won’t punish your blood sugar quite as much.
Holiday Feasts & Hidden Risks: What Seniors Should Know
The USDA & FDA have recalled way too many foods lately to not pay attention
When Your Grandchild Is “Woke”: How to Keep the Peace and Strengthen Your Bond
A gentle guide for holiday gatherings (and everyday conversations)