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An older adult slouching with bad posture. Next Avenue

Why Good Posture Matters No Matter Your Age

Even before 'pandemic posture' was a thing, people have been struggling to stay upright. The causes are many, but we break down what you can do to improve your posture.
January 26, 2022
An older parent at home who is suffering from depression. Next Avenue

How To Tell If Your Parent is Suffering from Depression

Feeling unhappy is not a normal part of aging. Here are some signs of depression to watch for, and ways to offer help.
January 25, 2022
A woman with curly hair looking out a window. Next Avenue, Medicare, Medicaid, Alzheimer's, Aduhelm

‘People with Alzheimer’s Should Have the Same Opportunities as People with Other Diseases’

Next Avenue interviewed Harry Johns, CEO of the Alzheimer’s Association, on the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) decision to restrict coverage for the drug Aduhelm
January 24, 2022
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A black and white photograph of a women with dark hair wearing a tank top from The Donnas. Next Avenue, Gerontology

The Former Lead Singer of The Donnas Has a New Beat: Gerontology

Brett Anderson was the lead singer of the all-female rock band, but now she's focused on helping everyone age better
January 21, 2022
An older adult laying in a geriatric emergency room before getting treatment. Next Avenue, geriatric ED, geriatric emergency department

Geriatric Emergency Rooms: Better Care, Better Value and Becoming More Common

Geriatric ERs are game-changers in health care. Here's why older adults need them and how they have evolved.
January 19, 2022
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