Canada is getting old—and that's our biggest advantage for 2067
Canada will cross the threshold into a "superaged" society this year, with at least 1 in 5 people older than 65.
Jun 30, 2026
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Geriatric palliative care news
New Alzheimer's drugs offer hope for some, but good dementia care protects the humanity of those they cannot help
Disease-modifying drugs for Alzheimer's offer a meaningful glimpse of hope for many people who fear dementia. Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, but dementia itself is an umbrella term for symptoms ...
Jun 26, 2026
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Charting palliative care priorities to recognize and support caregivers
Unpaid caregivers need greater recognition and support to continue the care they provide to their families and friends, and researchers have identified priorities outlining how to achieve this. Flinders University's Research ...
Jun 26, 2026
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Could psychedelic therapy have a place in end‑of‑life care? We asked doctors
The therapeutic use of psychedelic drugs has attracted no shortage of media and scientific interest in recent years—and this is only likely to grow.
Jun 25, 2026
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Will GLP-1s lead to fewer prescriptions for older adults?
As people age, they often develop chronic conditions, many of which need to be managed with multiple prescription medications. While medications are important for disease management, polypharmacy poses an increased risk for ...
Jun 25, 2026
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Dementia care: How praise can help, and when it can miss the mark
On a busy hospital ward, a nurse says "wonderful, wonderful" as a patient with dementia completes a task. It sounds simple, but moments like this can play an important role in how care gets done.
Jun 24, 2026
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UnitedHealth, Humana and CVS denied post-hospital care at some of the highest rates
The three largest Medicare Advantage insurers turned down requests for post-hospital care at some of the highest rates among major plans, a federal watchdog has found.
Jun 24, 2026
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Hidden medication risks for older Australians in aged care transition revealed
New research has shown concerning patterns of medication use among older Australians transitioning into residential aged care that may increase the risk of medication-related harm, highlighting opportunities to improve medication ...
Jun 24, 2026
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Dementia could cost US $818 billion in 2026, with unpaid care driving burden
A new USC-led study finds Alzheimer's disease and related dementias will cost the United States an estimated $818 billion this year, driven largely by often-overlooked costs to persons living with dementia and family and ...
Jun 24, 2026
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Robots can improve the health of older people, trial shows
A new trial has shown that using telepresence robots to support the well-being and health of older people in their homes can improve physical strength and balance, as well as social interaction and confidence. The work is ...
Jun 23, 2026
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