Millions of Americans take aspirin to prevent a first heart attack or stroke. Now, doctors are advising against it — especially for people over 70.
Tag: Elderly
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Help With Medicare Costs: What You Need to Know
Low-income Americans on Medicare can get assistance paying their premiums and other expenses. Several states have allowed more people to qualify.
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Spinal Fluid From Young Mice Sharpened Memories of Older Rodents
Researchers identified a protein in the fluid that could boost the cognition of aging animals — and might lead to future treatments for people.
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Virtual Reality Therapy Could Give Relief to Seniors
Some care facilities are giving older adults a way to visit their pasts to boost their well-being.
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Medicare Advantage Plans Often Deny Needed Care, Federal Report Finds
Investigators urged increased oversight of the program, saying that insurers deny tens of thousands of authorization requests annually.