Longevity Facts: Physical Activity and Older Americans
Although to many people growing older means that life will get worse, there is good news when it comes to physical activity and aging. First, it is never too late to become physically active. Second, even a small amount of activity can result in better health. Third, research has shown key strategies for helping older Americans to become more active. This report describes the importance of physical activity, the prevalence and costs of inactivity, and the health benefits of regular activity; it also recommends levels of physical activity in older adults. read more...

The Newest Medical Specialty
Issue#5 Dec/07-Jan/08
Society is changing and the medical field is changing to keep up. Over 85 years of age is now the fastest growing segment of our population--the first time in human history that this has ever happened. read more...

Alzheimer’s—What We ALL Need to Know
Issue#4 Oct-Nov/07
I recently had the pleasure of meeting and talking with Diana Casebolt-Hayes, VP of Independent Living at Larksfield Place, and the former Director of Sunflower Lane, the special care unit for Dementia at Larksfield Place in Wichita. Through her professional, as well as personal experience (Diana’s father suffers from early onset Alzheimer’s Disease), Diana is truly an expert on Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease, and is passionate about educating people about Alzheimer’s, and the toll the disease takes on not only the patient, but also their caregiver. read more...

“Doctor, why am I dizzy?” This question probably strikes more angst into the heart of many doctors than any other. Why? Because the answer to that frequently asked question is not an easy one to find. Unfortunately dizziness and imbalance are extremely common problems in the older population. read more...

How Functionally Fit Are You?
——— You Might be “Older” than You Think!
Issue#2 June-July/07
Americans are living longer than ever before. In 2002, men had an average life expectancy of 74.7 years and women had an average life expectancy of 77.3. But what good are these extra years if we end up not being able to do the physical activities required in our normal daily life, safely and independently? read more...