Should You Volunteer After Retiring?
I retired about a year ago and I thought it would be a good idea to volunteer. I wanted to have a social circle and at the same time help out at a hospital. I think that volunteering depends on the
Discussion Category: Geriatrics
Increase of Illness As You Age
There are various illnesses that can creep up on you as you get older. As for me, I had good blood test results for a long time and then I was “pre-diabetes.” It’s hard to think that I am very c
Why Aging is Lonelier Now Than It Used To Be
I’m sure that my situation is not the same as a lot of others. But I will talk about my life as an older person. I live in California. The things I like to do have become limited. I used to like to
Can SIRT6 Protein Extend Human Life?
I am always looking in the news for ways that scientists might be able to increase life expectancy. And while it may not happen in my lifetime, I am still interested in the latest science and technolo
Perks And Discounts When You Get Older
I tried for so long to deny that I was getting older. I received numerous offers from AARP (an interest group for those over age 50) and I refused to join. When Trader Joe’s allowed the 60+ crowd to
How Dick Van Dyke Stays Young at 95 Years Old
While shopping in Malibu, CA I’ve seen Dick Van Dyke singing in the grocery store. Apparently, a lot of other people have as well. He’s been quoted as saying that he exercises but he loves ice cre
The Elderly and Driving
When my mother was in her 70’s she was still driving against my wishes. However, since she lived with my stepfather, he had complete control over her care and did not take my advice regarding her c
Should you die in the hospital or at home?
I often wonder what it would have been like for my dad who suffered from cancer and had a heart attack if he could have just gone home for his last few days of life. In the hospital, he had tubes in h
How does age affect outcome during surgery?
I am a 65 year-old-man about to undergo heart surgery and my wife is worrying me about the safety considering I am much older now than when I received my last surgery. How does age affect safety in su
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