Lewy Body dementia (LBD) is a type of dementia that is characterized by tiny deposits of a protein in the brain called Lewy bodies.

POCD is real. It happened to Pati Bedwell's mother after a routine colonoscopy.

Getting an accurate diagnosis of Alzheimer’s at any age can be a long and frustrating process, and even more so if you are younger.

Falls are often the beginning of the downward slide into incapacity. Prevention is key. Here's where to start.

New to Medicare? Need a refresher on basic terminology? Here’s a review of the basics. 

This article discusses several reasons why a health care advocate is important.

Scammers are hard at work trying to defraud older adults.

Do you care for someone over the age of 65? Are you wondering if they should get the flu shot? The answer is yes.

The long-term care system can seem like an alphabet soup of programs.

It’s time to wake up and be realistic about what happens in the bedrooms of aging Americans, including those who have dementia.

Most of us want to pass on family traditions, a grandmother’s quilt or dad’s love of books—but no one wants to pass on an illness.

Could participating in a clinical trial be right for you or your elderly loved one? This article explains the pros and cons.

Listening to preferred music is especially beneficial for older adults with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and Parkinson’s disease.

New cards will no longer contain Social Security numbers, to combat fraud and illegal use. 

What is this condition? Why does it happen? Is there anything you can do to prevent it? This article explains the basics.

Questions about the Jimmo Settlement Agreement? Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara McGinnis explains the basics.

If you were born between 1945 and 1965, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends being tested for hepatitis C.

Certified Elder Law Attorney Barbara Boone McGinnis explains one of the most baffling acronyms of all: HIPAA.

Medicare Zone Program Integrity Contractors have seen an increase in billing for orthotics specifically for hand/wrist, knee, and braces.

The New Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice (MOON) will impact Medicare beneficiaries.

Dr. Randi Davis answers common questions about hearing.

Seventy-one percent of people over age 70 are affected by hearing loss. Add dementia to the mix and things can be even more difficult.