This is where kids GPS trackers can help. A GPS tracking device offers extra peace of mind when you're in a busy place such as a shopping centre, family festival or exploring a new city on ...

Falls present a real health risk for older adults, and the bathroom can be particularly perilous. However, understanding the risks and making certain modifications can improve bathroom safety for ...

Older adults can boost their fiber intake by making small changes to their eating habits. Fiber is an indigestible carbohydrate found in foods such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. It offers a ...

Working with a doctor or nutritionist, older adults can develop a plan for weight management that addresses their individual needs. Weight management can be a complex process for people ages 65 years ...

Older adults are at greater risk for severe anaphylaxis in a variety of settings but are less likely to receive epinephrine than younger adults, two recent studies have found. In the first study, ...

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, ...

Drinking alcohol poses various health and safety risks for older adults, such as exacerbating balance problems and increasing fall risk. This is due in part to the physical effects of aging. Having a ...

How can family physicians effectively respond to the global aging population? This question, posed by Leon Geffen, MBChB, honorary lecturer in the Division of Geriatric Medicine at the University of ...

Cocoa extract could help slow down inflammation in the body and potentially reduce the risk of age-related diseases, especially for older adults, a large-scale new study has found. Scientists at Mass ...

Millions of people already use the Life360 app to track the location of their family members and loved ones. Now the ...

Autumn brings a chill in the air – and the start of another season of respiratory illnesses, which can be especially hard for older adults. Although vaccine recommendations have been in flux, the ...

Hold off on inoculating people ages 60 and older against chikungunya infection with the Ixchiq vaccine, the FDA and CDC jointly recommended amidst an investigation into adverse events. Two fatalities ...