Aging

New research understanding how Alzheimer's spreads in the brain are a long way from clinical utility. The costs of Alzheimer's are exploding—and we have to do something now. Read More

We know that the American Caregiver is an underserved population very capable and waiting to be educated, empowered and engaged in America's healthcare solutions. Possibly, the most underserved of this population are LGBT caregivers: This an article about a special mission to create awareness, diversity and Inclusion by getting involved and voting. Read More

Comedian Richard Lewis once began a performance by saying, "I just came from spending a weekend with my family; I can't tell you how glad I am to be speaking in front of 20,000 strangers." I don't like to whine and complain about my various physical ailments to my friends and family... much. Read More

We’ve all been taught that time and space exist. They’re real. Or are they? Films, novels, and television shows overflow with examples of characters transcending the everyday boundaries of space and time. But now, new experiments suggest there’s more than a morsel of truth in this popular culture genre. Read More

Despite what the advertisers and surgeons may tell us, no one has figured out how to stop the clock. And as our clocks tick longer and longer—nowadays, 80 or more years—we all face physical and emotional challenges. Read More

In the movie, Groundhog Day, Bill Murray's character keeps reliving the same day over and over. As we age, time seems to pass more quickly. We find ourselves amazed that it's Groundhog Day again? Christmas already? And, of course, our birthdays seem to fly by. Read More

We read a lot about universal design for independent living these days, and how to make your home safer and more accessible. We imagine designers, contractors and consultants specializing in this type of work, and they do. But rarely do we imagine nonagenarians also doing the work of interior design as an extension of self-care. Read More

Not long ago I was on a panel talking to an audience of accomplished people about the lifestyle habits of those who are aging optimally. One of the expert panelists discussed the importance of regular exercise to continued physical and cognitive vigor. Read More

"I'm going to make the latkes now," I tell my mother. It was sometime around Hanukah—maybe in December or maybe, this time of year, January or February. Dementia had made it so that, for her, calendar time had little meaning and, by proxy, had little meaning for me. Read More