Ronald Lundquist, 87, has been active all his life. So, he wasn’t prepared for what happened when he stopped going out during the COVID-19 pandemic and spent most of his time, inactive, at home. “I found it hard to get up and get out of bed,” said Lundquist, who lives with his wife of 67…
As Pandemic Eases, Many Seniors Have Lost Strength
June 2, 2021
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On Living and Dying: Advice From a Doctor Who Deals With Terminally Ill Patients
The COVID-19 pandemic may finally be slowing, but the pandemic has shone a stark light on one human problem that we’ll never escape. One day books analyzing the pandemic will fill whole rows in libraries, but no analysis can dim the glaring human condition that we must face—the fact that we’re all going to die….
Aiding Her Dying Husband, a Geriatrician Learns the Toll of Caregiving
May 26, 2021
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The loss of a husband, the death of a sister, and taking in an elderly mother with dementia: This has been a year like none other for Dr. Rebecca Elon. The 66-year-old Elon has dedicated her professional life to helping older adults. But her experiences over the past year have taught her what families go through…
Serene Sounds May Help Older Adults Slip Into Slumber
If you’re over 60 and having trouble sleeping, listening to music before going to bed may help improve your slumber. A new study suggests that incorporating soothing music into your bedtime routine could prove beneficial for older adults battling insomnia. It offers a low-cost, non-intrusive option if you’re looking to fall asleep faster and stay…
Walking Off High Blood Sugar
Many people spend much of their day sitting, which can cause a range of health problems and worsen certain health conditions, such as Type 2 diabetes. Research shows that sitting too much can cause problems with blood sugar levels—making it even more important for those with Type 2 diabetes to get plenty of physical activity into their…
Feeling Young Can Reduce the Aging Effects of Stress, Research Suggests
New research shows how feeling young can protect people from the physiological ravages of stress. People who feel younger have a greater sense of well-being, less inflammation, and better cognitive function, according to research. They also have a lower risk of hospitalization. According to a study published by the American Psychological Association, feeling younger may…
How the Pandemic Might Be Affecting Your Vascular Health
You’d be hard-pressed to find anybody who has gone unaffected by the pandemic. Even if you think you’re doing alright, you’re probably wrong. For example, have you been as active as you were before the lockdowns? And even if you’ve boosted your activity to exercise for 45 minutes per day, what are you doing the…
Long Work Hours Linked to High Rate of Repeat Heart Attack
The whole idea of working long hours never made sense to me. Why put so much emphasis on one thing at the expense of so many others? A new study by researchers at Université Laval published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology is showing that those long hours don’t make sense to your heart,…
Limit the Risk of Stress Fractures This Spring
Warmer temperatures and brighter days may be calling your name, motivating you to get outside for a walk or run. But tread carefully—it’s been a long winter, and your bones might not be ready for the impact of daily runs on concrete just yet. Along with rejuvenation, spring is the season of stress fractures. Stress…
As Death Approaches, Visions of Lost Loved Ones Offer Comfort
One of the most devastating elements of the pandemic has been the inability to personally care for loved ones who have fallen ill. Again and again, grieving relatives have testified to how much more devastating their loved one’s death was because they were unable to hold their family member’s hand—to provide a familiar and comforting presence in their…
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