Mayo Clinic Aging Forward

Lessons on grief: Loss, healing, and moving forward

On this episode of Aging Forward, Dr. Chen talks about what she's learned from grief after the loss of a loved one. Sign up to receive Mayo Clinic Press emails.  Find u

How to start your advance care planning

Even when you're in the best shape of your life, it's smart to have a care plan in place for when you may not be. On this episode of Aging Forward, Jennifer Brull, M.D.,

What to know about your "Welcome to Medicare" visit

You just received your “Welcome to Medicare” packet in the mail. But … what exactly is it? On this episode of Aging Forward, Kisha Davis, M.D., of the American Academy o

Getting to the root of hair loss

Hair loss — is it simply inevitable as we age? On this episode of Aging Forward, Saranya P. Wyles, M.D., discusses the various types of hair loss, what the diagnosis pro

Say that again? Understanding hearing loss as we age

Hearing loss is about so much more than merely needing to turn up the volume. It can mean having difficulty hearing sounds at certain frequencies or hearing less clearly,

What heart failure looks like

Here's a polished version with smoother flow, corrected grammar, and a more engaging, listener-friendly tone: About 80% of Americans living with heart failure are age 65

Why your sleep is getting worse

As you've gotten older, you might notice that your sleep has changed — maybe it's the amount of sleep, the quality of your sleep or even your ability to fall asleep. But

Pill paradox: Reducing medication burden

As we age and develop multiple medical conditions, our medication lists often grow longer. But well-intentioned prescriptions can add up, affecting quality of life — and

The science behind Alzheimer’s prevention

Around 7.4 million Americans are living with a clinical diagnosis of Alzheimer’s dementia — and as the population ages, that number is expected to rise. On this episode

Rethinking Technology and Aging

Technology has allowed us to stay connected more than ever — so why are so many older adults lonelier than ever? On this episode of Aging Forward, tech expert Scott Lien

What Role Can GLP-1s Play in Healthy Aging?

GLP-1 medications are transforming weight loss — but what do they mean for healthy aging? In this episode of Aging Forward, Dr. Andres Acosta breaks down the difference

How the Eye Changes With Age

How can you tell whether changes in your vision are a normal part of aging or a sign that something’s wrong? On this episode of Aging Forward, Dr. John J. Chen breaks it

Redefining Health and Value As We Age

Did you know aging is responsible for only a fraction of the health challenges people face before age 90? On this episode, Sir Muir Gray — an authority on healthcare syst

Aging in Place: Living Safely at Home

As more Americans age, many face an important question: Where will they choose to grow older? Aging at home can come with risks — but it can also offer comfort, independe

Elder Justice: How Society Can Protect Older Adults

About 1 in 10 older U.S. adults experiences some form of abuse or neglect — an issue that’s often hidden in plain sight. Why do these situations happen, and how can our s

Managing Multiple Chronic Conditions

Chronic illnesses don’t always happen one at a time. They often cluster together — leaving older adults juggling medications, appointments and physical limitations in the

A Guide to Joint Longevity

About 1 in 4 adults experience some form of arthritis. But when is joint pain a normal part of aging, and when is it something that warrants further evaluation — or may e

Support from Within: Pelvic Floor Health and Aging Well

As we get older, many people notice changes in pelvic floor function, which can show up as urinary leakage or difficulty controlling the bladder. In this episode of Agin

The Aging Male: Testosterone’s Role in Healthy Aging

What happens when testosterone levels decline with age? And how can you tell the difference between signs of typical aging and true testosterone deficiency? On this epis

Living Well with Diabetes, Part 2: How Lifestyle, Nutrition and Balance can Transform Healthspan

So you have diabetes. Now what? In this episode of Aging Forward — part two of our series on diabetes — registered dietitian Laura Knudsen returns to discuss eating patte