Seniors

Seniors experiencing cognitive decline are finding help through a program at Stetson University -- an example of what the recent U.S. Pointer study found is beneficial for people at risk of Alzheimer's.

Lakshmi Kunta was diagnosed about three years ago, and now at age 77, she is completely reliant on her husband and children to care for her.

Overuse of digital gadgets harms teenagers, research suggests. But ubiquitous technology may be helping older Americans stay sharp.

The Senior Disaster Support Program is designed to empower seniors across the Tampa Bay region through hurricane preparation and recovery.

Scott and fellow members of the Senate Special Committee on Aging demanded coordinated investigations to dismantle foreign fraud networks.

A number of companies are marketing antichoking devices to the elderly. Medical professionals have been debating whether to endorse the products, saying more research is needed.

The body's natural defenses against heat decline with age. As these protective functions weaken, older adults become more susceptible to heat-related complications, including dehydration and heat stroke.

President Donald Trump has said the policy bill fulfills a campaign promise to end older Americans' taxes on Social Security. A quirk in Senate rules prevents that, but it is still a significant accomplishment.

More older people are using cannabis products regularly, but research suggests their cannabis-related health problems are also on the rise.

City council members unanimously approved allocating the money for the affordable housing component.

Officials say prisoners have been using drones to smuggle in contraband cellphones and run cryptocurrency schemes, costing seniors millions.

A House panel advances a proposal that would place monitoring devices in the rooms of residents, with caveats. Debate centers around security and protection vs. privacy and dignity.