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The Big Number: About 36 million people 65 and older suffer a fall each year

Approximately 1 in 5 of those accidents causes a serious injury, such as a head injury or a broken bone — usually to the wrist, arm, ankle or hip, the CDC says.

Beware of misleading sales tactics, scams during Medicare’s open enrollment

Such problems are especially prevalent during this period, which began Oct. 15 and runs through Dec. 7. But there is help.

Medicare enrollment blitz doesn’t include options to move into Medigap

TV ads, mailings tout Medicare Advantage plans this time of year, but millions choosing traditional Medicare will make a costly and difficult decision about Medigap coverage.

CDC changes its definition of lead poisoning in young children

The number of children who meet the criteria is expected to double with the new rule, AP reports.

Could platelet-rich plasma injections help avoid knee surgery? More studies may give answer.

PRP is part of regenerative medicine therapies. But research shows conflicting results and mainstream medicine — and insurance companies — have steered clear.

Everyone who ages can get cataracts. Surgery can help remove them.

During the operation, the doctor removes the clouded natural lens and replaces it with a new artificial one, called an intraocular lens.

Q&A: Nearing 100, Deborah Szekely is still a wellness guru and role model

The co-founder of the health resorts Golden Door and Rancho la Puerta insists you don’t need to spend a lot to reap the benefits of a pampered retreat.

My hearing isn’t what it use to be. But will I look old wearing an ear device?

I think my hearing is still pretty good, but I didn’t actually have it tested until recently. Here’s what I found out.

4 ways that older people can bolster or improve their mental health

A psychologist explains several approaches to relieve such feelings as depression, anxiety and other fears.

750,000 Americans dead as many families feel unity in pain but division in mourning

The national death toll from the pandemic now surpasses the population of three states.