Whether intentional or not, ageist language is used in everyday conversations. And while most don’t think twice about it, ageism limits opportunities for older people and can diminish their sense...
Accidental falls can lead to injury for anyone—even folks who are young and healthy. But for adults over the age of 65, falls are more likely and more serious. Here's...
Ageism is one of the most pervasive forms of discrimination. Whether a person is perceived as too old or too young, it can have a devastating impact on their mental...
The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) has elected Mark A. Supiano, MD, Executive Director of the Center on Aging and co-chair of Geriatrics Research at the University of Utah, to be...
University of Utah ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ is proud to announce its selection for participation in the Age-Friendly System-Wide Spread Collaborative. University of Utah ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ has been chosen as one of only 30...
If you are 65 years or older, please consider these five vaccines to prevent serious illnesses and maintain a good quality of life for many years to come.
You might not think of diabetes when you think of muscle function. But a common diabetes drug that regulates blood sugar can also prevent muscle atrophy and muscular fibrosis—which can...
The risk of getting infected with COVID-19 and experiencing severe illness increases with age. The good news is that COVID-19 vaccination helps prevent against severe illness, hospitalization, and death from...
The happiest time of the year can come with mixed feelings for some older adults. As we plan for and celebrate the upcoming holiday season, it’s important that we consider...
University of Utah ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ scientists are developing a website to help those who are in the early stages of dementia share their desires for late-life medical treatment .
You are intent on going somewhere for a meaningful purpose. But when you reach your destination, you can't recall why you needed to be there. Could this common occurrence be...
To help meet the growing need for healthcare services for Medicare beneficiaries in Utah, SelectÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ and University of Utah ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ announced today an agreement in which SelectÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ is adding full...
Doctors aren't quite sure what causes sundowner's syndrome, but they do know people with Alzheimer's disease are prone to develop it, especially in the mid to late-stages of the disease.
The Institute for ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½care Improvement has recognized University of Utah ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ as achieving Age-Friendly ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ System. The designation recognizes a system-wide commitment to improving the health and well-being of older...
