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The Best Exercise for Brain Health

Exercise has short term and long-term benefits for the aging brain. On top of brain benefits there are many other body systems that require exercise t...
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What's the best way to eat to prevent DEMENTIA?

The diet that I recommend most often for brain health is called the MIND diet. It's a combination of a Mediterranean style diet and the DASH diet whic...
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Financial Scams: Top 5 Scams and How to Protect Yourself

Unfortunately, older adults are a common target for fraudsters. With almost half of those over 65 reporting having been targeted. In the US older adul...
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Flu FAQ

Facts about the flu are described in this GERI-Minute....
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The Flu and You - What you need to know about Flu Season 2020-2021

Think the flu shot is ineffective? That it can give you the flu? Get the facts!...
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From the Blog

The COVID Vaccine - Is It Right for Frail Older Adults?

Feb 10th, 2021

A Geriatrician reviews the data about COVID vaccine efficacy and safety in older adults.

What's the best way to eat to prevent DEMENTIA?

Jan 4th, 2021

The diet that I recommend most often for brain health is called the MIND diet. It's a combination of a Mediterranean style diet and the DASH diet which is a low salt diet. It’s easy to follow for most people and doesn't involve any fancy foods or supplements.

Urinary Incontinence - Interview with Dr. Adrian Wagg

Aug 31st, 2020

Dr. Didyk interviews Dr. Adrian Wagg, Geriatrician and Professor of continence studies.

Coronavirus - The Basics for Older Adults

Mar 22nd, 2020

Coronavirus is transmitted through respiratory droplets, and causes mild symptoms in about 80% of cases, but appears to be more likely to cause serious illness or death in older adults. Avoiding contact with others and maintaining a healthy lifestyle are important strategies to get through the pandemic safely.