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Posted on October 29, 2026 - As we get older, we may begin to need more medications. Maybe we start out with just one pill to manage blood pressure, then later add one for our cholesterol. Over time, it’s easy to see how chronic conditions can start to stack up, and with them, the number of medications we take. Before we know it, our medicine cabinet is filled with medications we’re currently taking, used to take, or take as needed. And that’s not even counting any over-the-counter supplements or vitamins that may also be in the mix.

Posted on October 29, 2026 - Smartwatches and sleep trackers can offer helpful insights into our nightly rest—but just how accurate are they? A Pittsburgh neuroscientist explains what these devices can (and can’t) tell us about our sleep.

Posted on October 22, 2026 - It’s something we see in the news—an elderly loved one is missing, leaving family and community members combing their neighborhood for signs of the missing person. For millions of people who love someone living with dementia, it can be their worst nightmare.

Posted on October 20, 2026 - Fall is the perfect time to get cozy, make memories, and enjoy the season! From the cozy activities on NPR’s fall bucket list to festive events happening across Lutheran Homes of South Carolina, there are plenty of ways to celebrate autumn.

Posted on October 15, 2026 - Financial planning tends to focus on saving enough for retirement, managing investments, paying down debt, or preparing for healthcare costs. But there is another question worth asking: What happens to your financial life when you can no longer manage it yourself?