Death rates from falls among older adults have surged in the last 20 years, as the American population ages and more seniors prefer to live independently in their homes. New data from the Centers for ...

Growing up isn't just about big achievements. It's the tiny, everyday moments, figuring things out, being left alone for a ...

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Two women who became pen pals when they were children have kept their friendship for 50 years and met for the first time in Philadelphia. ICE, CBP seize 400 firearms hidden in fake trailer walls at ...

During their time together, the pen pals get a chance to read, play games and exchange gifts that connect to their shared ...

Debbie Houschild, of Oceanport, can still recall the excitement she felt in 1974, when she received her first letter from a pen pal in England. At the time, Houschild was an avid viewer of “Big Blue ...

Overdose deaths in adults age 65 and older from fentanyl mixed with stimulants, such as cocaine and methamphetamines, have surged 9,000% in the past eight years, matching rates found among younger ...

Andrew Duxbury, M.D., professor in the UAB Division of Gerontology, Geriatrics and Palliative Care, provides expert advice and tips for at-home geriatric care. The health of older adults can change ...

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Having a protein-rich breakfast can be a key strategy for maintaining strength and vitality in older age. Protein is an important nutrient for older adults. It can help maintain muscle mass and ...

When Debbie Houschild was 11 years old, she loved watching a children's television show called Big Blue Marble. The half-hour ‘70s program often highlighted stories of kids from around the world and ...

Experts agree that exercise is vital to longevity and helps to preserve muscle mass, bone density and joint health as we age. But it’s important to approach workouts in the right way to ensure safe, ...