Safety

When you or a friend have limited mobility, whether from a permanent disability or a recent surgery or illness, little things mean a lot. Here's what that looks like: if you had knee or foot surgery recently, a two-inch curb to a sidewalk can seem like a mountain when you're navigating it with crutches or a walking cast. Accessibility counts. ...

As we age, we hear more and more about people requiring knee surgery or even knee replacement. Researchers have found that the benefits of exercise — even for the frail and elderly — outweigh the risks with regard to our knees. One more reason to go boldly ahead keep yourself fit for whatever the future brings. ...

Be aware of suspicious, urgent-sounding messages and automated phone calls which may be fraudulent. Fraudsters have increased using automatic calls as a method for gaining access to accounts. ...

If you're reading this, chances are, you live in Northeast Ohio. Winter weather is part of our lives. But it's still a good idea for older adults and caregivers to review cold-weather prep tips, according to The Ohio Department of Aging. ...

It's been a few years since we've had snow like we've experienced recently. As drivers hit the road this winter, it's important to make sure we're prepared in the event we get stranded. An emergency medicine physician offers some safety tips. ...

The same questions arise every year: Is the turkey done? How long can the stuffing and gravy sit on the counter while we're eating a second piece of pumpkin pie? And what about those leftovers? Should they stay or should they go? We've got your answers here. Happy and safe Thanksgiving, everyone! ...

One out of every 20 older adults in the U.S. is a victim of financial exploitation, losing an average of $80,000 to $186,000. Nearly half of these crimes are committed by someone the older adult knows and trusts, like a relative or caregiver. See why it’s critical to protect older adults from financial exploitation. ...

Now that COVID-19 booster shots are on the horizon for older adults and those with underlying medical conditions, it's a good time to remind folks that local health officials can bring the vaccinations to homebound people in Cleveland and Cuyahoga County. ...