Sick This Winter? Avoid the ER—AND a Medicine Mistake
With flu, RSV, and COVID surging, doctors say where you go—and what you take—can make all the difference.
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If You're Waking Up to Pee at 3am, You're Not Alone
Blame it on blood pressure meds? That's a possibility.
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
Pillar: Senior Health and Wellness: How Everything Connects After 60
The secret sauce and quiet load-bearer? It's what you do with others outside of your home.
The Health Questions Seniors Asked Most in 2025
From medications and supplements to sleep, gut health, and everyday habits
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
Help! I Can’t Afford My Meds: Federal Drug Programs That Actually Work
Between Medicare, state plans, and secret discounts, you might not have to pay full price.
Common Medications That May Quietly Raise Dementia Risk
You pop a Benadryl for allergies, maybe chase it with a Tylenol PM for sleep. Harmless enough, right?
Cane Sugar Comeback: Is It Really Better for Your Health
Warning: the possibility of weight gain and even cognitive decline if consumed in excess.
Medicare Drug Costs Could Drop Sharply in 2026
Eliquis, Januvia, and Jardiance included in the savings plan
Whooping Cough Still Spreading — Seniors Should Be Extra Careful This Holiday Season
Grandparents and young children are most at risk.
Flu Season Is Surging — And Seniors Need To Lean In Now
U.K. cases are spiking. U.S. numbers are climbing. Here’s what to know before it gets worse.
Using AI to Decode Your Medical Tests? A Double-Edged Sword.
How to get help without giving away more than you mean to
ACA Subsidy Expiration Could Spike Costs for Older Adults
Millions of older adults who rely on marketplace coverage may see higher premiums in January if Congress doesn’t act.
Medicals Offices Are Getting Hacked — Here’s What They Keep on You
Cyber thieves are targeting medical offices at record levels — and many clinics are storing personal data they don’t actually need.