Fear of falling makes falls more likely September 01, 2022 | Valerie Elwell Frequent falls are not a normal part of aging, but the fear of falling, itself may increase the likelihood of taking a tumble, says UCI Health... Read More Tags aging senior health
Easing end-of-life suffering August 16, 2022 | UCI Health Domenica LoCascio recounts the care and support her mother Josephine received towards the end of her life from neuro-oncologist Dr. Xiao-Tang Kong... Read More Tags patient stories aging brain cancer senior health
Getting help if you suspect dementia July 07, 2022 | UCI Health If you think you or a loved one may be showing more than the usual signs of forgetfulness, it may be time to consult a doctor. But what kind of... Read More Tags aging Alzheimer's brain dementia health tips longevity memory senior health
High-touch support for low-vision patients June 03, 2022 | UCI Health New optical tools and technologies can help many people whose vision is impaired by macular degeneration, glaucoma or retinitis pigmentosa learn to... Read More Tags eye aging senior health
Polypharmacy: A hidden epidemic for seniors June 01, 2022 | Valerie Elwell Polypharmacy is the regular use of multiple drugs — typically five or more — often to treat multiple chronic conditions. It is a... Read More Tags senior health aging
The ABCs of sunscreen How to read a sunscreen label to ensure you get optimal sun protection. May 20, 2022 | UCI Health Choosing a sunscreen can be confusing and complicated if you don’t know what to look for. “There’s an epidemic of skin cancer in... Read More Tags health tips cancer skin women's health senior health men's health kids' health primary care aging