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Doctors worry about growing number of older drivers
Injuries and deaths from traffic accidents are climbing By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs November 7, 2014 Photo © forestpath - FotoliaThe aging Baby Boom population has policy makers worried about...
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Fear of falling is a big part of growing older
But a simple game of catch might be part of the answer By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs January 14, 2015 When you are a child you might hit the ground several times a day and bounce right back up....
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Far out! The boomers have turned conservative in their senior years
What a long weird trip it's been By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs January 29, 2015 Photo © romurundi - FotoliaLook what's happening out in the streets -- no, it's not a revolution. More like a...
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There are big negatives when older people stop driving
This major life change should be approached carefully By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs March 4, 2015 If you want to spark a lively discussion among a multi-generation group, just bring up the topic...
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Where do you plan to get old?
Author says "aging in place" isn't right for everyone By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs March 6, 2015 It may not be until people hit their 60s that they start to think about where they would like to...
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Study: Older drivers involved in 14 million accidents in last 12 months
On the road, old drivers and young drivers don't mix By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs July 9, 2015 If you want to start an argument at Thanksgiving dinner, suggest that older drivers might not be the...
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Experiencing nature is shown to improve quality of life for the elderly
Seniors can enjoy many health benefits from getting out of the house By Christopher Maynard of ConsumerAffairs July 10, 2015 Going out into nature and “getting away from it all” can be very therapeutic...
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Study: Most of us are older than we think we are
"You're only as old as you feel" isn't always true By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs July 24, 2015 One of the trending exercises on the Internet is taking tests to see how closely your biological age...
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In a technology age, are older adults at a disadvantage?
For young and old, increasingly it's like living in 2 different worlds By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May 7, 2015 If you need to interact with companies, organizations and even government,...
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Use of walking aids jumps 50% in 10 years
Health researcher asks why so many people are cruising the grocery aisles in scooters By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May 14, 2015 You perhaps are aware of it more in places like Walmart or large...
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Free-living Baby Boomers at risk of becoming "elderly orphans"
Wild and free is great when you're young, not so great when you're old By James R. Hood of ConsumerAffairs May 18, 2015 You normally think of orphans as children who have no parents or other close...
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New research suggests omega-3s keep aging minds sharp
Subjects who ate a lot of fish performed better on mental dexterity tests By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs May 20, 2015 Children aren’t the only ones we should be encouraging to eat all their...
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Why some states are better for retirement than others
It's not always about the weather By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 9, 2015 Everyone seems to have an opinion about the best places to retire, but it all depends on what characteristics are most...
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Seniors leave money on the table when they don't ask for a discount
But most businesses that provide discounts make you ask for them By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 16, 2015 Age has its advantages. Wisdom. Respect. Senior discounts. It's actually pretty amazing...
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Oh wait, omega 3 supplements may not slow cognitive decline
Then again, they might, but an NIH study didn't establish that link By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs August 26, 2015 Consumers can be excused if they're frustrated by all the competing studies. This...
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Seniors could be at risk of "age-associated financial vulnerability"
Changes in behavior towards personal finance decisions could put many elderly citizens at risk By Christopher Maynard of ConsumerAffairs October 21, 2015 Being able to keep track of your money and...
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Study finds seniors take too many powerful, addictive drugs
Largest concentration of over-medicated seniors is in the south By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs December 8, 2015 Data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) show millions of...
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The best and worst states to live in retirement
Sunshine isn't the only thing attracting seniors to Florida By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs January 25, 2016 A lot of factors go into choosing a place to live out your golden years. Climate is a big...
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Seniors want robots that take orders, not give them
Older Americans comfortable with mechanical caregivers in limited roles By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs February 2, 2016 Senior citizens have seen plenty of science fiction movies over the years, so...
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AARP wants older drivers to get a lift with Uber
Why should younger drivers make all the money anyway? By James R. Hood of ConsumerAffairs August 3, 2015 Why should younger drivers have all the fun -- and make all the money? You might normally think...
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Iowa sues New York psychic
Attorney general claims she preyed on vulnerable seniors By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs September 29, 2015 Many people might see an ad for a psychic and laugh it off. Iowa Attorney General Tom...
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What can make an aging brain stay young
Study shows older adults learning new tasks performed better in memory tests By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs January 19, 2016 People are living longer thanks to improvements in physical health. But...
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Banks could play greater role in stopping elder abuse
Report says financial institutions should do more to protect elderly clients By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs February 5, 2016 A new study of elder abuse in the U.S. says banks and other financial...
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Seniors taking prescription sleeping aids may be highway risk
Adults over 80 taking zolpidem 146% more likely to get in accident By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs February 19, 2016 Health officials in recent years have expressed concern about the medication...
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Keeping your senses intact may improve the aging experience
Quality of life worsens when more than one sense declines By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs February 23, 2016 Age can take a toll on the senses. Eyesight may worsen. Hearing starts to go. Even the...
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