GERIATRIC HEALTH

Politics 17 hours ago

Biden had post-debate 'verbal check-in' with his doctor: White House

Biden's post-debate 'verbal check-in' with his doctor 'is not unusual,' White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters Friday.

Joe Biden 2 days ago

Trump campaign rips Biden after former president's mental acuity called into question

The Trump campaign blasted Biden acolytes for trying to turn around concerns about the president's mental acuity on to his Republican challenger.

HEALTH 3 days ago

FDA approves new drug for Alzheimer’s disease: ‘Meaningful results’

The FDA has approved a new medication for people with Alzheimer’s disease. Eli Lilly’s Kisunla (donanemab) is a once-monthly injection intended for adults with early symptomatic Alzheimer's disease.

Parkinsons Disease June 25

New Parkinson's drug could slow or reverse progression of disease, researchers say: 'Big step forward'

A new therapeutic that could slow down or halt the progression of Parkinson's disease has completed Phase 1 trials with positive results. Researchers and doctors spoke about the findings.

HEALTH June 17

Alzheimer’s blood test achieves faster diagnoses, high accuracy at Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic has announced a new, non-invasive blood test that detects a protein in the brain that signals Alzheimer’s. Doctors discuss how it offers a convenient, less invasive diagnostic alternative.

HEALTH June 11

Through new pilot project, medical marijuana could become more accessible to senior citizens

A new initiative dubbed The Commonwealth Project aims to integrate medical cannabis into traditional health care for seniors. Multiple experts speak to Fox News about the potential risks and benefits.

HEALTH June 11

Experimental Alzheimer’s drug gets FDA advisory panel's thumbs-up: ‘Progress is happening’

An experimental Alzheimer’s drug, donanemab, was endorsed by a U.S. Food and Drug Administration advisory panel on Monday. Industry experts and doctors shared reactions.

HEALTH June 10

Several groups say cannabis may help aging Americans manage pain

Senior citizens over age 65 have sharply increased their marijuana use, with many doing so for pain management rather than prescription drugs. A pilot project may make it easier to obtain.

Health Care May 23

Adult day services offer safe care and leisure for older Americans, rest for caregivers

Adult day services provide safe, stimulating places for those who have physical or cognitive disabilities, and also give respite to their caregivers.

OPINION May 17

Biden hopes seniors won't notice this cut in their benefits before the election

By trimming access to Medicare Advantage, Biden is breaking a core campaign promise to never slash benefits for seniors – something he has regularly repeated for three years.