In today’s connected world of technology, older people can easily feel left behind and cut off. If your parents, grandparents, or other older people in your life are struggling, you should look to do ...

Public health, explained: Sign up to receive Healthbeat’s free national newsletter here. Let’s be clear: The primary reason to be vaccinated against shingles is that two shots provide at least 90% ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Friendship, and small acts of kindness, can increase happiness in people as they age, according to researchers. Photo by Adobe ...

As Australia and the world face rapidly aging populations, technology is increasingly promoted as the answer to helping older people live safely, independently and well—but experts warn that ...

Age Concern Hampshire’s Help at Home Service continues to provide vital practical support and companionship to older people across the county, helping them stay safe, independent, and connected in ...

Advances in AI and manufacturing are helping improve the performance and affordability of elderly care products, Wu said.

You're currently following this author! Click to unsubscribe from email alerts. Can a VR headset serve as a companion to someone in a nursing home? Can an AI-powered robot care for a disabled ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The project, called "Viva gli anziani" ("Long Live the Elderly"), aims to assist older people not only by bringing them groceries ...

It’s going to a difficult few weeks and months for everyone while the world battles with coronavirus. For most of us, it is a challenge, but not comparable to the work that our medics, nurses, ...

The primary reason to be vaccinated against shingles is that two shots provide at least 90% protection against a painful, blistering disease that a third of Americans will suffer in their lifetimes, ...