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What You Should Know about Buying an Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid

The arrival of OTC hearing aids makes these devices cheaper, but first-time buyers will need help navigating a large and confusing market. >

More Medications, More Risks. If You’re Worried, Start a Deprescribing Discussion.

Many people add more and more prescriptions as the years go by. This can cause dangerous interactions and side effects. Talk to your doctor. >

Why Some People Age Like Fine Wine

CD8 cells in the immune system appear to reflect how healthy one's old age will likely be. They could lead to a diagnostic test of aging. >

Polypharmacy: Make Sure Your Medications Play Well Together

Many older adults regularly take multiple medications and supplements. They need to know if these medications are safe to take together. >

Reading is Brain Food

Reading is brain food. It helps kids develop stronger language skills and attention and can reduce seniors' risk of dementia by a third. >

Some of Us Are Still Drinking at COVID-Lockdown Levels

Alcohol use and heavy drinking have gone down in general, but they are still higher than pre-pandemic levels among one age group. >

Seniors, Socializing Is Good for Your Brain

Taking part in social activities stimulates areas of the brain related to memory and executive functioning and slows cognitive decline. >

What Would You Do to Slow Dementia?

People with mild cognitive impairment, some with signs of Alzheimer's, were asked what steps they were taking to stay sharp. They flunked. >

Health Portals: Getting Your Doctor to RSVP

When patients message their doctors online, office staff see it first. Here's how to improve your chances of hearing back from your doctor. >

From Your Gums to Your Gut to Your Bones

If you are concerned about osteoporosis, make sure you are up-to-date with your dentist. Inflamed gums may accelerate bone loss via the gut. >

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