30-70% of older adults get delirium during hospitalization. Learn what it is, how it’s different from dementia, plus 10 essential things to know & do.

Learn a 5 step process that family caregivers can use, to review a senior’s medications for safety & appropriateness. This can help you identify medications that can be discontinued or reduced, as well as those

How might we help a sick older person have a better end-of-life experience? Planning for future health crises and end-of-life situations — a process known as advance care planning — is certainly important. But, not

Are you on medication to lower blood pressure? Or are you caring for an older person with hypertension, also known as high blood pressure? If so, you are probably wondering just what is the right

Q: How can we get my older mother to drink more water? She is susceptible to urinary tract infections and seems to be often dehydrated no matter what we do. We were also wondering if

Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads the national observance of “Older Americans Month.” The theme this year is “Champion Your Health.” But to be honest, I prefer the theme from 2018, which was

Here are the steps to take if you’ve noticed worrisome problems and think your aging parent might need help. Learn how to respectfully engage them and move towards needed changes, even if they’re refusing or

Dr. K explains what are the most important foods to eat (and avoid) for older adults. Plus what to know about protein & metabolic health, and how to prevent frailty and muscle loss.