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Existe una larga lista de beneficios de las prácticas ancestrales del Ayurveda, la acupuntura, el entrenamiento de fuerza y el yoga.

Realiza un análisis de salud mental y evalúa tu sueño, estado de ánimo y más. Hay varios hábitos que puedes adquirir para que puedas disfrutar de tu vejez.

Do a mental health scan and assess your sleep, mood, and more. There are several habits you can pick up on the road to happiness in your later years.

What may have caused mild symptoms when you were younger could now be serious, even leading to hospitalization. So stay on top of your yearly vaccines.

There’s a long list of benefits to the age-old practices of Ayurveda, acupuncture, strength training, and yoga.

Asegúrate de estar al día con esta lista de vacunas para adultos mayores de 50 años. Podrías evitar complicaciones de enfermedades como la gripe, la neumonía y el herpes zóster.

El movimiento es fundamental a cualquier edad, pero a medida que envejecemos, debemos centrarnos en nuestra fuerza y movilidad. Prueba estos movimientos de bajo impacto para hacer ejercicio.

Make sure you’re up to date on this list of vaccines for older adults. You might avoid complications from illnesses like the flu, pneumonia, and shingles.

Movement is crucial at any age, but as you get older, you need to focus on your strength and mobility. Try these low-impact moves for a work out.

WebMD visits Madsen Health Center in Utah, a great example of an age-friendly care provider that considers all of the 4Ms to really understand a patient.

When providers ask about a patient’s goals, medications, memory, and mobility, they feel heard, says nurse practitioner Sidney Hunt of MinuteClinic at CVS.

Arthur’s providers at the VA in Salt Lake City are working to get him back to his favorite pastime – fishing in Alaska.

Death can be an uncomfortable subject, says Shoshana Ungerleider, MD, but it's a part of life that needs to be talked about sooner and more often.

Con el paso de los años muchos adultos mayores se enfrentan a nuevos retos dentro del sistema de salud. Aprenda como puede obtener la mejor atención médica.

It’s normal to forget where your keys are, but some lost memories are not a normal part of aging. A caregiver and an expert explain the difference.

Richard takes 10 meds a day. The older he gets, the more he has to take, and the more he has to manage. It’s why experts worry about medication burden.

The John A. Hartford Foundation puts what matters to the patient first. President Terry Fulmer says that strategy fights ageism and improves care.

“It’s not just about falls, it’s how do we keep people up and moving and keep them safe,” says Lil Banchero of the Institute for Healthy Aging.

Accurately diagnosing older adults can be challenging for a number of reasons. Providers have to consider the aging process and effective communication.

The John A. Hartford Foundation’s mission is to improve care for older adults by focusing on the 4Ms: What Matters, Medication, Mentation, and Mobility.

There are so many health benefits to exercise, and those just compound the older you get. Find out how physical activity also fights infection and disease.

Do genetics impact your lungs? What about your diet? Separate fact from fiction when it comes to asthma, lung cancer, and COPD.

Our bodies use sleep as a restorative period. All that growing and repairing boosts your immune system and lowers your risk of illness.

A slower immune response increases your chances of getting sick. Here’s how to strengthen your defense system as you age.

From diet to exercise, here's a list of healthy habits to support your immune health as you age.

La misión de la Fundación John A. Hartford es mejorar la atención para los adultos mayores centrándose en los cuatro factores de la atención apropiada para personas de edad avanzada, conocidos como las 4Ms: lo que Me importa, Medicamentos, actividad Mental y Movilidad.

Annual exams can help detect issues early on. What tests should your doctor run each decade?

Taking care of your skin is always important, but it is vital as you age. Get tips for how to protect yourself from the rays, and how your medication could affect you.

The pain in your bones and joints is often more than just arthritis. Make sure you’re doing your best to protect your bones to keep you moving.

¿Qué hace tu doctor para brindarte una atención centrada en tus prioridades?

Many people face challenges with the health care system as they get older. Learn how you can get the most out of your medical care.

Even with hearing aids, there are still times when it’s hard for someone to hear, like inside noisy restaurants. Try these tricks for better conversation.

How often should you disinfect hearing aids? Follow these pointers to keep your device in good shape.