The 67 million Americans eligible for Medicare make an important decision every October: Should they make changes in their Medicare health insurance plans for the next calendar year? The decision is complicated. Medicare has an enormous variety of coverage options, with large and varying implications for people’s health and finances, both as beneficiaries and taxpayers. […]
The good news is that in many countries, life expectancy is continuing to rise. The not-so-good part? Even as Baby Boomers are living longer, their overall health may be worse than previous generations, particularly when it comes to specific conditions such as Type-2 diabetes and heart disease. This finding comes from a recent study by […]
We all want to get the most out of our holidays, which is why we so often turn to online “top things to see” lists, or TikTok recommendations of a destination’s best sights and eateries. But as useful as these strategies can be, using the internet to plan every detail of your travel omits the […]
Feeling grateful for the blessings in your life? If so, you just might live longer. That’s the conclusion of a recent study from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. “Prior research has shown an association between gratitude and lower risk of mental distress and greater emotional and social wellbeing. However, its association with physical […]
A scratchy, sore throat, a relentless fever, a pounding head and a nasty cough – these symptoms all scream upper respiratory illness. But which one? Many of the viruses that cause upper respiratory infections such as influenza A or B and the virus that causes COVID-19 all employ similar tactics. They target the same areas […]
October 10 is World Mental Health Day, always an important topic when it comes to our overall health and wellness – and also, unsurprisingly, our lifespan. In fact, medical experts say that untreated mental illness can cut a whopping 10 to 20 years from a person’s life expectancy. Research has consistently demonstrated a link between […]
Hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, wildfires: these days it seems we’re being slammed with one powerful weather event after another. If we’re reminded of anything from these monster storms and other natural hazards, it’s how important it is to stay prepared for weather-related emergencies. For SuperAgers, this is also crucial as more older adults opt to age […]
Globally, 2.3 million women are diagnosed with breast cancer every year, according to the World Health Organization. It is also the most common cancer among women worldwide. While early detection and improved treatments have contributed to better survival rates, breast cancer remains a significant health challenge. According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), about 1 […]
From Sir Isaac Newton’s famed falling apple inspiring his theory of gravity to the familiar adage “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” this fruit has long been associated with knowledge, health and longevity. Greek mythology tells of the golden apples of immortality, while in Norse mythology, the gods maintained their youth with apples. […]
It’s no accident that we write about food so often here on SuperAging News. Study after study proves the link between healthy eating and longevity and, conversely, the association between poor diet and disease. So we took particular note of this story about the lack of nutrition training doctors receive in med school. It makes […]
