Investigators evaluated the long-term impact of taxane chemotherapy on patient-reported neuropathy, balance problems, and falls among older breast cancer survivors.

Another possible sign is jaundice, which causes the skin and the whites of the eyes to turn yellow. Jaundice occurs when the liver cannot properly remove a yellow substance called bilirubin from the ...

Geriatricians are trained to look beyond individual illnesses that older adults may face, and instead to look at the bigger ...

This Pew Research Center report looks at how Americans are thinking about aging and how things are going for adults ages 65 and older. Why did we do this? Pew Research Center does research to help the ...

Older adults whose blood pressure fluctuates over time may be more likely to have problems with thinking and memory skills, according to a study published in the December 11, 2024, online issue of ...

Balance issues in older adults can stem from various causes. Prompt diagnosis and treatment for any underlying conditions, along with preventive measures, can help reduce fall risks and serious ...

Planned, small-portion, tasty meals and healthy snacks, along with social dining and logistical support, can help older adults with low appetites eat better. However, some appetite loss will require ...

Understanding the stages of aging may help you make important decisions about your health and aging well. Aging is a natural experience that lasts a lifetime. It’s a biological process that involves ...

Years ago, I worked with a 73-year-old man who sought my services because of his anxiety and anger regarding aging. He evidenced anger in his tone and the intensity of his complaints. In the past four ...