Mayo Clinic Aging Forward

Hair loss — is it simply inevitable as we age? On this episode of Aging Forward, Saranya P. Wyles, M.D., discusses the various types of hair loss, what the diagnosis process looks like and what we can do to prevent —...

Hearing loss is about so much more than merely needing to turn up the volume. It can mean having difficulty hearing sounds at certain frequencies or hearing less clearly, and it can lead to a very isolating experience...

Here's a polished version with smoother flow, corrected grammar, and a more engaging, listener-friendly tone: About 80% of Americans living with heart failure are age 65 or older. As we age, the risk of developing heart...

As you've gotten older, you might notice that your sleep has changed — maybe it's the amount of sleep, the quality of your sleep or even your ability to fall asleep. But why does this happen? On this episode of Aging...

As we age and develop multiple medical conditions, our medication lists often grow longer. But well-intentioned prescriptions can add up, affecting quality of life — and even causing harm. On this episode of Aging...

Around 7.4 million Americans are living with a clinical diagnosis of Alzheimer’s dementia — and as the population ages, that number is expected to rise. On this episode of Aging Forward, Dr. Heather Snyder of the...

Technology has allowed us to stay connected more than ever — so why are so many older adults lonelier than ever? On this episode of Aging Forward, tech expert Scott Lien explains how technology designed by young people...

GLP-1 medications are transforming weight loss — but what do they mean for healthy aging? In this episode of Aging Forward, Dr. Andres Acosta breaks down the difference between a “hungry gut” and a “hungry brain,”...

How can you tell whether changes in your vision are a normal part of aging or a sign that something’s wrong? On this episode of Aging Forward, Dr. John J. Chen breaks it down. He explains what floaters are, how eye care...

Did you know aging is responsible for only a fraction of the health challenges people face before age 90? On this episode, Sir Muir Gray — an authority on healthcare systems and longtime NHS leader — shares the five...

As more Americans age, many face an important question: Where will they choose to grow older? Aging at home can come with risks — but it can also offer comfort, independence, and even help reduce hospitalizations and...

About 1 in 10 older U.S. adults experiences some form of abuse or neglect — an issue that’s often hidden in plain sight. Why do these situations happen, and how can our social support systems fall short? On this episode...

Chronic illnesses don’t always happen one at a time. They often cluster together — leaving older adults juggling medications, appointments and physical limitations in their day-to-day lives. On this episode of Aging...

About 1 in 4 adults experience some form of arthritis. But when is joint pain a normal part of aging, and when is it something that warrants further evaluation — or may even be reversible? On this episode of Aging...

As we get older, many people notice changes in pelvic floor function, which can show up as urinary leakage or difficulty controlling the bladder. In this episode of Aging Forward, John Occhino, M.D., explains why these...