Did you know that losing weight can in many cases immediately reduce your risk for several diseases? Learn more about how weight lose can improve your health and well being. read more

We'll soon be entering the time of year when people focus on giving thanks for their many blessings. It makes intuitive sense that focusing on the good in our lives would improve our mood, but science is beginning to discover that practicing gratitude on a daily basis can provide numerous health benefits. read more

Falls account for over 70 percent of ER visits for older adults and, according to the Centers for Disease and Prevention Control (CDC), are the leading cause of injury in the elderly. read more

The bond between animals and humans is part of our evolution, and it's very powerful. read more

We're all familiar with the old adage that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. That's where vaccinations come in. read more

In this edition of the Fedelta newsletter, we'll explore ways that seniors can retain as much independence as possible as they age. read more

Forecasts for this summer in Seattle say it's going to be one of the hottest and driest we've had in years. read more

One of the biggest fears people say they have about growing older is losing their independence. read more

The goal for National Senior Health & Fitness Day is to help keep older Americans healthy and fit as they age. read more

The Seattle area is one of the best spots in the country to spend summer – the days are typically sunny and the heat and humidity are rarely oppressive. read more

With summer just around the corner, people start to think about reunions, neighborhood BBQs, and spending time with our friends and family. read more

In honor of Older Americans Month, we'd like to take a moment to recognize those seniors – Americans and otherwise – who didn't let age get in the way of their hopes and desires. Meet these inspirational seniors. read more

Comedian George Burns, who lived to be 100, once quipped, "If I knew I was going to live this long, I would have taken better care of myself!" Taking care on oneself isn't just about extending the length of one's life – it's about continuing to live well as we age. One of the most important ways seniors can take care of themselves is to exercise. read more

Discover the health benefits of laughter read more

When it comes to the integration of high-tech into the healthcare industry, wearable technology is at the cutting edge. read more

My dad would run, actually, race up the stairs to the kithchen. I suppose it was for fitness and to see how fast he could master them, or maybe it was an eagerness to start and seize the day. One morning, I was anxiously waiting for my Dad to get upstairs. Usually he would tackle two stairs at a time, but today as he climbed the stairs, he started coughing profusely, which frightened the then, 8 year old me. read more

Since falls are cited by hospital admissions administrators as the number one reason for readmission, this serious concern merits more attention for you and your loved one. read more

Each person's circumstances may be varied yet studies show consistently that lack of structured, professional home health care is the primary reason for readmission and even repeated readmissions to the hospital. read more

      If sleep were written on a prescription by your doctor you'd wonder about the claims:  feel better with few aches and pains and be more alert.  Wake up cheerful, and ready to learn something read more

Alcohol and substance abuse amongst the elderly is a widespread problem that is often undiagnosed and ignored by the medical community. And as the baby boomer generation reaches retirement, more and read more