While medical advancements have made aging easier for some, changes in society may make it more difficult for others. There is an increasing number of older Americans who don’t have a family member or caretaker looking after their needs. This growing group is called elder orphans.
Prostate cancer is most often found in men ages 65 and older. This cancer affects the gland located below the bladder and in front of the rectum. It also wraps around part of the urethra. This is why symptoms can include a frequent need to urinate and a weak stream of urine.
Sometimes the toughest part of exercising is just getting started, especially if you’ve been inactive for an extended period. When life interferes with your best laid plans or your body wants to settle deeper into the couch, how do you motivate yourself to fit in a workout? Here are tips to get—and keep—moving.
Behind the buzz, trendy weight-loss drugs have helped many people meet their goals and improve their health. But like any medicine, there are some risks. Here’s a closer look at these treatments.
Physical activity is one of the best things you can do for your health—it boosts mood and protects your heart by preventing conditions like type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure.
Heart-healthy habits not only boost your well-being now, but they also set you up for better health later in life. And they’re as good for your children or aging parents as they are for you. These simple steps can help you and your loved ones maximize health at any age.
If you feel sad, anxious, hopeless, or restless, it’s not just in your mind. These can be some signs of depression, a condition that affects more than 6 million U.S. men each year. While your instinct may be to keep these feelings to yourself, it’s important to recognize symptoms of depression and seek help immediately.
“Hey, how did you sleep last night?” is usually a casual inquiry, nothing more. But when your healthcare provider brings it up, this question can serve as a gateway to profound conversations about your overall well-being.
Ladies, you are the masters of multitasking. But amid juggling life’s responsibilities and taking care of others, your own wellness might slip to the bottom of the to-do list. Take this as an important reminder: Your health matters, too!
All may be fair in love and war, but the same can’t be said for matters of the heart. A heart attack—when blood doesn’t reach part of the heart muscle—is a medical emergency, but its symptoms vary from person to person.