Health
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The Neighbors Are All Older, Too. Is That What You Want?
Some seniors prefer age-restricted communities, while others want intergenerational living. There is little research to show which option is healthier.
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Why Long-Term Care Insurance Falls Short for So Many
For 35 years, Angela Jemmott and her five brothers paid premiums on a long-term care insurance policy for their 91-year-old…
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How Viral Infections Cause Long-Term Health Problems
In a few patients, the immune system becomes misdirected, attacking the body instead of the virus.
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A Guide to Long-Term Care Insurance
Deciding when, or whether, to buy long-term care insurance can be complex. Here’s what to know.
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Omicron, Now 2 Years Old, Is Not Done With Us Yet
The dominant variant of the coronavirus has proved to be not only staggeringly infectious, but an evolutionary marvel.
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Why We’re Still Breathing Dirty Indoor Air
The pandemic and recent wildfires have shown how unhealthy indoor air can be. But scientific and governmental inertia have slowed…
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Extra Fees Drive Assisted-Living Profits
Assisted-living centers have become an appealing retirement option for hundreds of thousands of boomers who can no longer live independently,…
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What to Know About Assisted Living
The facilities can look like luxury apartments or modest group homes, and can vary in pricing structures. Here’s a guide.
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A Simple Way to Save Premature Babies
The News Shortly after a baby is born, doctors clamp the umbilical cord linking the infant to the placenta, which…
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Sickle-Cell Treatment Created With Gene Editing Wins U.K. Approval
The first treatment that relies on CRISPR is expected to receive U.S. approval next month. But it may cost millions…