Steven Petrow

Caregivers of those with dementia sometimes refer to “a double death.” By that they mean what I experienced with my mother. At first the disease stole her mind and memory; several years later she ...

Tatiana Schlossberg taught us about life as she faced death | Opinion I've often wondered how to understand the measure of a life. Is it the length of it? Or something else? Steven Petrow Opinion contributor Jan. 4, 2026, 5:30 a.m. ET

Ezekiel Emanuel explains why his new book, “Eat Your Ice Cream,” is different from the many others about how to live longer and better.

Twenty years ago, I started a list of what I considered “stupid things” that old people do. Now, I’m seeing my life, and my list, in a different light.

Wow, time flies. Nearly 20 years ago, soon after my 50th birthday, I started making a list of what I considered mistakes my parents (and many of

Steven Petrow Wow, time flies. Nearly 20 years ago, soon after my 50th birthday, I started making a list of what I considered mistakes my

OPINION: Author Steven Petrow, 69, now sees his life – and ageing – in a different light.

There is some research that suggests furry friends improve the health of their humans.

I've had four dogs since my mid-20s — three cocker spaniels and one Jack Russell terrier — and I've come to believe that canines are unmatched as companions, providing faithful, unconditional love.

I've had four dogs since my mid-20s – three cocker spaniels and one Jack Russell terrier – and I've come to believe that canines are unmatched as companions, providing faithful, unconditional love.