Spending time in nature has long been associated with improved mental and emotional health. For older adults who may face mobility challenges or live in environments with limited access to green spaces, virtual reality (VR) technology offers a promising new way to experience the benefits of nature from the comfort of home or care settings. The Emotional Benefits of Nature Experiences Even brief doses of nature are linked with better mental health. Harvard T. H. Chan School o

Hip fractures are not “just a broken bone.” For many older adults, a hip fracture can trigger months of pain, loss of independence, and even life-threatening complications. Why Hip Fractures Are So Dangerous More than 300,000 adults age 65 and older are hospitalized for hip fractures in the United States each year, most after a sideways fall.   The majority occur in people over 60 and can sharply reduce quality of life. Risky Surgeries Many patients need surgery to relie

A sudden spike in blood pressure that reaches very high levels but without symptoms is called hypertensive urgency. This can be scary, especially for older adults and their caregivers, but the good news is there are safe and effective ways to respond at home. What Is Hypertensive Urgency? When blood pressure shoots over 180/120 mm Hg without clear signs of organ damage like chest pain or vision changes, it is called hypertensive urgency. It is different from hypertensive eme

As we age, nourishing our bodies with the right foods becomes more important than ever. For older adults and their caregivers looking to boost health naturally, kale stands out as a leafy green packed with essential nutrients. Brain Older adults who ate at least one daily serving of leafy greens like kale had a slower rate of cognitive decline on memory and thinking tests. In a large study from Rush University, the difference was roughly the cognitive equivalent of being 1

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