NEWS / AGING

Craving the Sun

Don't skimp on the sunblock. Worries about its possible effects on the environment pale in comparison to the actual threat of skin cancer. >

Oral Contraceptives and Cancer Risk

Birth control pills may raise the risk of breast cancer, but they also seem to offer protection from several cancers years after their use. >

The Wine and Cheese Solution

Certain foods help you stay sharp mentally, and cheese and wine are among them. Moderation still matters, though. >

Seniors' COVID-19 Vaccine Hesitancy

Many people over 50 say they are unsure whether they'll get the COVID vaccine when it's available. Racism seems to play a role, too. >

Aging and Loneliness

Seniors who are lonely are at high risk of also being depressed. Ease the loneliness, fix the depression. >

Vegetarians' Weak Bones

Vegans and vegetarians get less protein than meat-eaters, making them more prone to fractures. There are ways to keep bones strong. >

Cancer Deaths Drop Following Medicaid Expansion

States opting into the Medicaid expansion portion of the ACA all saw deaths from colon, breast and lung cancer drop. Here's why. >

Say “Awe”

You can recharge your positive outlook by cultivating a sense of wonder. A 15-minute awe walk made seniors visibly happier. >

A Real Coffee Fix

Colorectal cancer can be a killer. But coffee seems to slow the progression of the disease and help people live longer. >

An Antidote for Loneliness

Loneliness is a mental health burden for many older adults. But not all. People unaffected by it seem to have one quality in common. >

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