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 Health is proud to announce its selection for participation in the Age-Friendly System-Wide Spread Collaborative. University of Utah Health 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 Health 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, SelectHealth and University of Utah Health announced today an agreement in which SelectHealth 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 Healthcare Improvement has recognized University of Utah Health as achieving Age-Friendly Health System. The designation recognizes a system-wide commitment to improving the health and well-being of older...
The COVID-19 virus impacts everyone differently. While most people will experience mild to moderate symptoms, a large population is more vulnerable than most.
