Liz Seegert

As women get older, our risk for certain chronic diseases increase. We can thank the aging process itself, and the loss of estrogen's protective effects after menopause.

Pulitzer-winning columnist and author Nicholas Kristof shared his perspective on hope, humanity and journalism during his keynote at HJ24.

Here's what to keep in mind when reporting on the potpourri of federal, state and local long-term care programs, services and supports.

Polypharmacy and slow metabolism of drugs create a high risk among older adults for substance use disorder , raising the odds of intentional and unintentional overdoses.

Opioid overdose rates rose in seniors; less than half received necessary treatment. Clinicians can focus on safer pain management and reducing addiction risks via screening and patient-centered care.

Polypharmacy and slow metabolism of drugs create a high risk among older

Journalist Nick Kristof spoke about his experiences chasing the news and about his faith in humanity in his keynote address at HJ24 in June.

While the new minimum staffing standards for nursing homes are the most substantial in decades, many say they don't go far enough.

Day One at the Association of Healthcare Journalists conference in Boston and I already feel like a better journalist. Today focused in part on skepticism.

Deborah Douglas enjoys walking to work, but usually stops about halfway to rest her back.