Flu, COVID-19 and RSV: Sorting out your fall vaccine options
Respiratory virus season is here, and so are this year's fall vaccines. Adults over 55 now have options for three viruses: flu, COVID-19 and RSV. Not every vaccine is right for every person. What you're eligible for depends on your age, your health and where you live. Read on for a plain-language look at what's new this season and some questions to bring to your next appointment with your health care provider.
Mental health doesn’t retire
Mental health isn't something we age out of caring about. This World Mental Health Day, check in with yourself, and with the people around you. Sometimes the most helpful thing you can say is, "How are you really doing?"
Care robots: Useful support, but not a replacement for human care
Care robots may offer useful physical assistance with selected activities, but evidence for these and other benefits remains limited. Technology should only be introduced when it addresses an identified need, is easy to use, respects the older adult’s preferences and privacy, and does not serve as a substitute to human care.
National Seniors Day: 12 years of health information you can trust
Aging well isn't only about luck or genes. Everyday habits like moving more, staying connected, and keeping your mind busy can make a real difference. The key is getting your health information from sources you can trust.
Caring for Aging Parents Without Taking Over: Small Help That Makes a Big Difference
Supporting an aging parent can bring up a mix of emotions. You may notice small changes before anyone else does. Maybe your parent is putting off a home repair, avoiding…
Cold and Flu Season: How to Be Prepared at Home
Simple steps to help older adults and families feel more ready, supported, and comfortable through respiratory illness season As colder weather brings more time indoors, cold and flu season becomes…