A rapid review of 41 studies reveals that older adults often do not realize how vulnerable they are to extreme heat and most are not prepared for prolonged hot weather periods. The research, published ...

Nursing home residents encounter significant obstacles when trying to stay physically active, according to a new qualitative study examining sedentary behavior and physical inactivity among elderly ...

A new study reveals that despite dramatic growth in managed care programs for older and sicker adults, families continue to shoulder the overwhelming burden of providing long-term care services.

Eight-plus hours of sleep linked to higher death risk … GLP-1 medications may offer unexpected cancer protection … Physical therapy referrals lag despite arthritis treatment guidelines, study finds ...

I was sitting in a U.S. hospital waiting room when I witnessed a moment that has stayed with me. An older woman stood quietly in line, waiting ...

It’s time to honor a colleague, friend or boss by nominating them for a prestigious McKnight's Pinnacle Award.