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How AI Scams Target Senior Citizens
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful technology that can perform various tasks, such as speech recognition, image analysis, and natural language processing. However, AI can also be used for malicious purposes, such as scamming unsuspecting...
The Remarkable Attributes of “Super Agers”
In the quest to understand the secrets of longevity, a particular group of elderly individuals stands out. They are known as "super agers," a term coined to describe those who reach advanced ages with their mental faculties remarkably intact. These...
Prescription Drug Abuse and Misuse Among Senior Citizens
Prescription drug abuse and misuse are growing public health problems that affect people of all ages, especially senior citizens. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, 50% of people between the ages of 57 to 85 take more than five...
What Your Fingernails Say About Your Health
Fingernails are not just decoration or tools for picking splinters. They can also reveal a lot about an individual’s health, especially as he or she gets older. Changes in the color, shape, texture, or growth of nails can indicate various medical...
Blood Thinners: Risks and Benefits
Today, many seniors take anticoagulants which keep blood “thin” thus preventing clots that may lead to coronary artery disease, deep vein thrombosis, a stroke or a heart attack or complications following some surgeries. In reality, anti-coagulants...