Reports indicate that seniors are putting off retirement and working longer, but Loren Wade has most of us beat, hands down. At 102, he is one of the nation’s oldest workers and was recognized in 2012 by Experience Works as the National Outstanding Oldest Worker. His latest job is at the Walmart in Winfield, Kan., […]
Researchers have been studying why residents of the Greek island of Ikaria live long and healthy lives, with relatively little cancer, cardiovascular disease or dementia. A part-time resident of the island, Diane Kochilas gives her perspective on this achievement in her book Ikaria: Lessons on Food, Life, and Longevity from the Greek Island Where People […]
Study Shows Blood Pressure Drug Reduces Alzheimer’s Risk A recent study led by Johns-Hopkins shows that taking certain blood pressure medications reduces the risk for developing Alzheimer’s disease, a devastating condition that affects more than five million people in the United States. Blood pressure drugs that reduce the risk for Alzheimer’s disease The research team […]
Three Types of Arthritis Arthritis is inflammation in one or more of your joints. Normally associated with senior citizens, you can get arthritis at any age. Symptoms include pain, stiffness, swelling, redness and a decrease in range of motion in a joint. These symptoms are often more acute in the mornings and subside throughout the […]
