Better Health While Aging

Dr. K covers seven warning signs of a struggling liver, common causes of liver problems in older adults, and practical steps to protect your liver and better understand your lab results.

Dr. K explains 10 types of medications to check to prevent falls in aging, especially if you’ve been falling, feeling unsteady, or are concerned about fall risk.

Dr. K explains why older adults often become confused in the hospital, how delirium differs from dementia, and how it can be prevented, diagnosed, and treated.

Dr. K talks with audiologist Dr. Cliff Olson, AuD, about what older adults should know about earwax, hearing loss, and safe earwax removal.

Dr. K talks with audiologist Dr. Cliff Olson about today’s best and most affordable options for treating age-related hearing loss, including OTC vs prescription hearing aids. Plus what to do if hearing aids haven't worked well so far.

Dr. K explains explains why it's so important to detect and treat age-related hearing loss, how this helps preserve brain health, and simple ways to get started. Plus what to do if you've previously tried hearing aids.

Dr. K explains what older adults should know about medications for bone density, including when they are usually recommended, how they work, and what side effects or precautions to discuss with your health provider.

Dr. K explains what older adults should know about protecting bone strength and reducing fracture risk, plus proven ways to boost bone density as one ages.

Dr. K explains common causes of falls in older adults and the most effective ways to prevent them.

Dr. K explains the Beers Criteria, an evidence-based list of medications older adults should avoid or use with caution, and how to use it to avoid harm from medications.