On this episode of Aging Untold, we share practical steps to help families manage mounting medical bills and navigate debt after a health crisis. We examine the Beers Criteria to highlight common medications that carry increased risks after age 65.
On this episode of Aging Untold, we look into the emotional and financial realities grandparents face when stepping in to raise their grandchildren full-time.
By LeAnne Gendreau, Katherine Ambrose , Sondra 'Sam' Cradduck , Amy Cameron O’Rourke and Dr. Rhea Rogers
The emotional weight of nursing can be immense, but burnout is not caused by one factor alone. Workload, staffing shortages, safety concerns, documentation demands and the loss of meaningful connection with patients are all pushing experienced nurses away from the bedside.
Oregon faces a nursing crisis that experts say stems not from a lack of licensed nurses, but from workplace conditions that drive healthcare workers away from frontline positions.
Photographer Mikel Conrad's “250 Faces of Service & Sacrifice” project is a tribute to the men and women who served to ensure veterans’ stories live on long after they are gone.
Emojis are used daily, and they might have secret meanings that parents don't understand. Aging Untold expert Amy O’Rourke said the use of coded language among kids reflects a pattern seen across generations.
On this episode of Aging Untold, we look into senior discounts to see which perks are actually worth asking for and how to maximize your savings. Then we examine tinnitus, the constant ringing or buzzing in the ears, and share practical ways to manage symptoms and protect your hearing.
By LeAnne Gendreau, Katherine Ambrose , Sondra 'Sam' Cradduck , Amy Cameron O’Rourke and Dr. Rhea Rogers
The Aging Untold experts share what grandparents need to know when they suddenly take on full-time parenting of their grandchildren — from legal guardianship to pacing your energy.
More than 50 million American adults experience tinnitus, according to the American Tinnitus Association. An audiologist breaks down potential causes and when to get checked.
On this episode of Aging Untold, we break down Medicare Advantage to help you navigate coverage options, costs and hidden limits. We also explore the complex world of autoimmune conditions, what happens when the immune system turns on itself and tips for managing daily life.
Older residents living alone in Arizona can receive daily automated calls to check on them. The program is called R.U. OK, which stands for Are You OK?
Lupus robbed Rachel Dib, a military wife and mother in North Carolina, of nearly everything she loved for almost two decades. Then, she started CAR T-cell therapy.
On this episode of Aging Untold, we navigate the unimaginable grief of losing a child and discuss where parents and families can find meaningful support. We also break down what causes involuntary tremors, how to distinguish them from conditions like Parkinson’s and when to consult a physician.
A family who lost their 2-year-old son to a furniture tip-over founded Charlie’s House in Kansas City, Missouri. The interactive home teaches parents about hidden dangers that experts say cause 90% of childhood accidents.
By LeAnne Gendreau, Katherine Ambrose , Sondra 'Sam' Cradduck , Amy Cameron O’Rourke and Dr. Rhea Rogers
Losing a child is something no parent expects to face, no matter their age. We are talking candidly about why this grief is so often overlooked in older adults and where parents and families can find meaningful support.
On this episode of Aging Untold, we look at how nutrient absorption changes as we age, what warning signs to watch for and the key vitamins to keep on your radar. We also explore the mental health benefits of spending time solo and how embracing “me time” can boost your confidence and mood.
On this episode of Aging Untold, we explore the hidden weight carried by millions of teens and young adults stepping into caregiving roles for aging family members.
A global nonprofit called Cycling Without Age is giving older adults a chance to ride through their communities on trishaws, bicycles equipped with a passenger seat, as volunteers pedal.
A woman with multiple myeloma, a rare blood cancer that develops in plasma cells in the bone marrow, says a new immunotherapy has made a big difference in her treatment.
By LeAnne Gendreau, Katherine Ambrose , Sondra 'Sam' Cradduck , Amy Cameron O’Rourke and Dr. Rhea Rogers
Millions of teens and young adults stepping into caregiving roles for aging family members carry a hidden weight. We are exploring why this is happening and the resources available to help.
On this episode of Aging Untold, we explore the courage, newfound freedom and unique challenges of coming out later in life. Plus, find out how opting for out-of-pocket medical care works.
Scammers have posed as law enforcement to scare victims into handing over personal information, money or both. A woman shares her story after losing money in a jury-duty scam.
On this episode of Aging Untold, we explore how family health history can help doctors spot medical risks early and shape a more personalized path for your care. Plus, find out how creating an “anti-bucket list” can help you let go of guilt, grudges and obligations as you age.
