Having urinary incontinence can be uncomfortable and embarrassing. Here’s how a telehealth appointment can help — plus, possible treatments. You were watching a comedy special with your family when it happened. You were laughing hard and suddenly felt some wetness, and your face immediately went red with embarrassment. What happened to you isn’t some rare […]

The risk of falling increases as you age. Here’s what your next steps are — and who to call — if you’ve fallen. Plus, ways to prevent falls. Have you had an older family member fall recently? Maybe they called you after it happened. It was scary for both of you. And you might be […]

HealthMarkets helps ease your worries about home safety with this guide to in-home evaluations, which may be covered by your insurance.  You may think of your home as a safe place. It’s also a source of pride, comfort and an endless supply of memories. And the last thing you want to do is leave it. […]

As the years go by, some may find themselves reaching for more salt, pepper, ketchup, hot sauce—anything to give your meal an extra kick. If this sounds familiar, you may have a bigger issue than bland food. More than 200,000 people see their doctors due to issue with their sense of taste or smell every […]

Did you know you’re supposed to see your doctor even when you’re healthy? Through regular checkups, your doctor can learn about your personal and family medical history, screen for potential or ongoing medical issues, and even help you determine your risk for future health problems. Establishing a relationship with a regular physician also makes it […]

Not only can swimming be fun and rewarding, it’s also an incredible aerobic and all-over-body exercise. Because of the resistance and support water-based exercises provide, swimming is accessible to people of various ages and physical ability. Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of swimming for seniors and women. Benefits of swimming for seniors Swimming […]

Staying active can be difficult if you experience limited mobility. In this article, we’ll talk about the importance of regular exercise and show you 7 exercises you can do if you’re older, have limited mobility, or both. Exercise helps prevent health problems like: Type 2 diabetes Heart disease Certain types of cancer Depression Anxiety Dementia […]

Let’s say you’re at one of your dearest friend’s retirement parties, and your mutual friend gives a speech. Everyone ends up in tears … except you. Because you couldn’t hear what the speaker was saying. According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), 1 in 8 Americans—or 30 million people—ages 12 […]