Long-term care (LTC) is a growing concern for aging Americans. Studies show that around 70% of seniors will require some form of LTC during their lifetime. This includes in-home assistance, assisted living, or nursing home care. While long-term care insurance was designed to help cover these costs, many policyholders are now facing steep premium hikes. […]

Chronic pain is a persistent condition affecting millions worldwide, with over 50 million Americans experiencing ongoing discomfort. Defined as pain lasting longer than 12 weeks, it can result from injuries, medical conditions, or even unknown causes. Beyond physical discomfort, chronic pain can contribute to mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder […]

Representatives Judy Chu and Brian Fitzpatrick have reintroduced the Acupuncture for Our Seniors Act (H.R. 1667) in the current legislative session. This bill seeks to improve Medicare beneficiaries’ access to acupuncture by addressing regulatory barriers that limit treatment options. Although the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recognized acupuncture’s benefits and began covering it […]

Staying strong and flexible is important for moving well, avoiding injuries, and feeling great, especially as you reach the late stages of life. While walking and swimming are good for your heart, don’t skip strength and flexibility exercises. They help keep muscles strong, joints moving well, and maintain your independence as you get older. A […]

A new senior living community, The Heights at Hunt Valley, is set to be developed on a 31-acre site in northern Baltimore County. Located at 180 Sparks Valley Road, just north of Hunt Valley Towne Centre, the project will feature 52 villa-style homes and a 158,000-square-foot assisted living facility. Bushrod Investments and Birchwood Capital Partners […]

RetinalGenix Technologies has reached a significant milestone with the successful imaging of patients, including older individuals, using its initial prototype of an advanced ocular monitoring device. The first version of the device utilizes both near-infrared and green modes to capture detailed images. These images will be refined for the development of the second model. Once […]

Florida lawmakers have taken a significant step toward enhancing protections for senior residents in long-term care facilities by approving a proposal that would permit the use of surveillance cameras in nursing home rooms. This measure, often referred to as the “granny cam” bill, aims to increase transparency, prevent abuse, and provide families with greater peace […]

Thirty million Americans, including many older adults, live with sleep apnea, a condition that repeatedly disrupts breathing during sleep. Studies show that untreated sleep apnea increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and cognitive decline. One of the most effective treatments for this condition is Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy, which delivers a steady […]