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Better Health While Aging

269 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 109 ratings

Practical information for aging health & family caregivers

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136 – 8 Things Doctors Should Check After a Fall

November 29, 2023 19:41

Dr. K explains 8 things health providers should check after an older person falls, to prevent future dangerous falls in aging.

135 – How to Pay for Elder Care

October 31, 2023 18:45

Dr. Kernisan & geriatric care manager Michelle explain options for paying for senior care, including for aging in place, residential facilities, memory care & more.

134 – COVID & Aging August 2023 Update: Staying Safe, Boosters & More

August 15, 2023 19:55

Dr. K covers the recent rise in COVID, the new variant, and the upcoming booster. Plus FAQs such as whether to get boosted now or wait.

133 – COVID Summer 2023 News Update for Aging Adults

June 07, 2023 16:09

Dr. K covers the latest on COVID in the US now, how to follow COVID levels, updates on COVID boosters, how to know if you still should take precautions, tips on staying safe for the summer, and more.

132 – COVID 2023 News Update for Aging Adults (2.23.23 Edition)

February 24, 2023 18:00

Dr. K covers the latest COVID news for 2023, including the newest variant, updates on the bivalent booster, what happens when the public health emergency ends, & more. She also covers the problem of doctors inappropriately not prescribing Paxlovid (the best treatment if an older adult does catch COVID), and how to advocate to get it successfully.

131 COVID Winter Holidays Update for Aging Adults (12.8.22 Edition)

December 09, 2022 18:00 - 43 minutes - 48.5 MB

Dr. K covers what to know about COVID and flu this winter, including what to expect from the new BQ.1 subvariants, and how to stay safer during winter gatherings. She also covers how well the fall bivalent booster is working and how to use a HEPA filter for safer home gatherings. The post 131 COVID Update for Aging Adults (12.8.22 Edition) appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

131 – COVID Update for Aging Adults (12.8.22 Edition)

December 09, 2022 18:00

Dr. K covers what to know about COVID and flu this winter, including what to expect from the new BQ.1 subvariants, and how to stay safer during winter gatherings. She also covers how well the fall bivalent booster is working and how to use a HEPA filter for safer home gatherings.

130 – COVID Booster Update for Aging Adults (9.7.22 Edition)

September 08, 2022 19:00

Dr. K covers what to know about the new Omicron booster for fall, upcoming variants on the horizon, the data on who remains at risk for dying from COVID, and what she thinks people should expect for the fall.

130 COVID Fall Booster Update for Aging Adults (9.7.22 Edition)

September 08, 2022 19:00 - 43 minutes - 42.4 MB

Dr. K covers what to know about the new Omicron booster for fall, upcoming variants on the horizon, the data on who remains at risk for dying from COVID, and what she thinks people should expect for the fall. The post 130 COVID Booster Update for Aging Adults (9.7.22 Edition) appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

129 COVID Update for Aging Adults (7.21.22 Edition)

July 22, 2022 20:00 - 43 minutes - 44.5 MB

Dr. K covers what to know about Omicron BA.5, the data on 1st and 2nd boosters, what to know about Paxlovid rebound, what precautions she recommends for aging adults, and more. The post 129 COVID Update for Aging Adults (7.21.22 Edition) appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

129 – COVID Update for Aging Adults (7.21.22 Edition)

July 22, 2022 20:00

Dr. K covers what to know about Omicron BA.5, the data on 1st and 2nd boosters, what to know about Paxlovid rebound, what precautions she recommends for aging adults, and more.

128 COVID Update for Aging Adults (5.5.22 Edition)

May 06, 2022 18:00 - 43 minutes - 25.9 MB

Dr. K explains why the current rise in COVID Omicron BA.2 and BA.2.12.1 warrants taking sensible precautions, how to use masking, ventilation, and testing, and how older adults can live with COVID while avoiding excess risks. The post 128 COVID Update for Aging Adults (5.5.22 Edition) appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

128 – COVID Update for Aging Adults (5.5.22 Edition)

May 06, 2022 18:00

Dr. K explains why the current rise in COVID Omicron BA.2 and BA.2.12.1 warrants taking sensible precautions, how to use masking, ventilation, and testing, and how older adults can live with COVID while avoiding excess risks.

127 – COVID Update for Aging Adults (2.24.22 Edition)

February 25, 2022 19:00

Dr. K's latest COVID update covers the ebbing of the Omicron surge, what to know about the “stealth” Omicron BA.2, what might come next, how to “live with COVID” safely, and more.

127 COVID Update for Aging Adults (2.24.22 Edition)

February 25, 2022 19:00 - 43 minutes - 25.9 MB

Dr. K's latest COVID update covers the ebbing of the Omicron surge, what to know about the stealth Omicron BA.2, what might come next, how to live with COVID safely, and more. The post 127 COVID Update for Aging Adults (2.24.22 Edition) appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

126 – Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (1.6.22 Edition)

January 07, 2022 21:00

Dr. K provides an update on the Omicron surge, including whether it's milder in older adults, how to use rapid tests now, what to know about Paxlovid, and how to stay safer during the current surge.

126 Update: COVID & Omicron in Aging (1.6.22 Edition)

January 07, 2022 21:00 - 43 minutes - 25.9 MB

Dr. K provides an update on the Omicron surge, including whether it's milder in older adults, how to use rapid tests now, what to know about Paxlovid, and how to stay safer during the current surge. The post 126 Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (1.6.22 Edition) appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

125 Update: Omicron and COVID Vaccination in Aging (12.16.21 Edition)

December 17, 2021 14:55 - 43 minutes - 25.9 MB

Dr. K provides updated information on Omicron and the current COVID surge, how well vaccines are working in different age groups, why she recommends boosters, how to stay safe during the holidays, and more. The post 125 Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (12.16.21 Edition) appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

125 – Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (12.16.21 Edition)

December 17, 2021 14:55

Dr. K provides updated information on Omicron and the current COVID surge, how well vaccines are working in different age groups, why she recommends boosters, how to stay safe during the holidays, and more.

124 – Does Your Aging Parent Need Help? What to check & how to talk about it

November 19, 2021 20:00

Dr. K explains how to know if an aging parent needs help, specific warning signs to check for, and what to say (and not say!) when bringing up your concerns. This approach can be used when visiting an older parent, especially if they're showing signs of memory loss or declines in independence.

124 Does Your Aging Parent Need Help? What to check and how to talk about it

November 19, 2021 20:00 - 29 minutes - 22.1 MB

Dr. K explains how to know if an aging parent needs help, specific warning signs to check for, and what to say (and not say!) when bringing up your concerns. This approach can be used when visiting an older parent, especially if they're showing signs of memory loss or declines in independence. The post 124 Does Your Aging Parent Need Help? What to check & how to talk about it appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

124 – Does Your Aging Parent Need Help?<br> What to check & how to talk about it

November 19, 2021 12:00 - 22.1 MB

    In This Episode: Dr. K explains what to do if you’ve become worried about your aging parent, and are trying to figure out if they need help, or are unsure of what to do next. She covers: What mental changes are normal as people get older, and what’s not normal The three types of problems you’ll want to check for Specific signs to check for, to detect possible memory or thinking problems How to tell if your parent needs more help around the house or with their daily life The safe...

123 Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (10.28.21 Edition)

October 29, 2021 22:55 - 1 hour - 40.5 MB

Dr. K provides updated information on how well COVID vaccines work over time, the recently approved COVID boosters, what to know about rapid home COVID testing, how to stay safe during the holidays, and more. The post 123 Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (10.28.21 Edition) appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

123 – Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (10.28.21 Edition)

October 29, 2021 22:55

Dr. K provides updated information on how well COVID vaccines work over time, the recently approved COVID boosters, what to know about rapid home COVID testing, how to stay safe during the holidays, and more.

122 Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (9.9.21 Edition)

September 10, 2021 13:55 - 43 minutes - 25.9 MB

Dr. K provides updated information on the current Delta variant surge, the effectiveness and safety of COVID vaccination for older adults, including information on the latest on boosters and how to know what precautions to take right now. The post 122 Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (9.9.21 Edition) appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

122 – Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (9.9.21 Edition)

September 10, 2021 13:55

Dr. K provides updated information on the current Delta variant surge, the effectiveness and safety of COVID vaccination for older adults, including information on the latest on boosters and how to know what precautions to take right now.

121 – Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (7.29.21 Edition)

July 30, 2021 13:55

Dr. K provides updated information on the current Delta variant surge, the effectiveness and safety of COVID vaccination for older adults, including information on the latest CDC data and guidance. She explains why she thinks resuming masking is wise and also addresses FAQs about coronavirus vaccination.

121 Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (7.29.21 Edition)

July 30, 2021 13:55 - 39 minutes - 23.6 MB

Dr. K provides updated information on the current Delta variant surge, the effectiveness and safety of COVID vaccination for older adults, including information on the latest CDC data and guidance. She explains why she thinks resuming masking is wise and also addresses FAQs about coronavirus vaccination. The post 121 Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (7.29.21 Edition) appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

120 – Depression in Aging: Diagnosis & Treatment

May 20, 2021 13:00

Geriatrician Dr. Didyk explains how depression is diagnosed and treated in later life, why depression can be harder to diagnose in older adults, medical conditions that can mimic depression, and more.

120 Depression in Aging: Diagnosis and Treatment

May 20, 2021 13:00 - 36 minutes - 29.5 MB

Geriatrician Dr. Didyk explains how depression is diagnosed and treated in later life, why depression can be harder to diagnose in older adults, medical conditions that can mimic depression, and more. The post 120 Depression in Aging: Diagnosis & Treatment appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

119 Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (5.14.21 Edition)

May 15, 2021 18:55 - 51 minutes - 30.2 MB

Dr. K provides updated information on the effectiveness and safety of COVID vaccination for older adults, including information on breakthrough infections in nursing homes & the latest CDC data and guidance. She also addresses FAQs about coronavirus vaccination. The post 119 Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (5.14.21 Edition) appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

119 – Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (5.14.21 Edition)

May 15, 2021 18:55

Dr. K provides updated information on the effectiveness and safety of COVID vaccination for older adults, including information on breakthrough infections in nursing homes & the latest CDC data and guidance. She also addresses FAQs about coronavirus vaccination.

118 – Updates: COVID Vaccination in Aging (3.26.21 Edition)

March 26, 2021 19:00

Dr. K provides updated information on the effectiveness and safety of COVID vaccination for older adults, including information on the Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. She also addresses FAQs about coronavirus vaccination.

118 Update: COVID Vaccination in Aging (3.26.21 Edition)

March 26, 2021 19:00 - 53 minutes - 30.8 MB

Dr. K provides updated information on the effectiveness and safety of COVID vaccination for older adults, including information on the Pfizer, Moderna, and Johnson & Johnson vaccines. She also addresses FAQs about coronavirus vaccination. The post 118 Updates: COVID Vaccination in Aging (3.26.21 Edition) appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

117 Leg Swelling in Aging: What to Know and What to Do

February 25, 2021 14:00 - 20 minutes - 20.1 MB

Geriatrician Dr. Didyk explains what to know about leg swelling in aging, including common causes, when to get urgent help, and how to treat chronic leg edema. The post 117 Leg Swelling in Aging: What to Know & Do appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

117 – Leg Swelling in Aging: What to Know & Do

February 25, 2021 14:00

Geriatrician Dr. Didyk explains what to know about leg swelling in aging, including common causes, when to get urgent help, and how to treat chronic leg edema.

116 How to Start Helping Aging Parents: My New Book

January 21, 2021 14:00 - 55 minutes - 38.9 MB

Dr. K talks about what is in her new book for people worried about an aging parent, and her step-by-step approach to addressing memory concerns or safety worries, while respecting a parent s autonomy and dignity. Featuring fellow geriatrician Dr. Nicole Didyk, who recently found the book useful as she s been helping her own aging parents. The post 116 – Interview: Dr. K s New Book: When Your Aging Parent Needs Help appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

116 – Interview: Dr. K’s New Book: When Your Aging Parent Needs Help

January 21, 2021 14:00

Dr. K talks about what is in her new book for people worried about an aging parent, and her step-by-step approach to addressing memory concerns or safety worries, while respecting a parent’s autonomy and dignity. Featuring fellow geriatrician Dr. Nicole Didyk, who recently found the book useful as she’s been helping her own aging parents.

115 COVID Vaccination in Aging (12.17.20 Edition)

December 18, 2020 20:00 - 41 minutes - 30.4 MB

Dr. K discussed the new Pfizer COVID vaccine and the data on how well it works in older adults, especially those over age 75. She also explains how to go beyond media reports to find out more vaccine information specific to aging adults. The post 115 COVID Vaccination in Aging (12.17.20 Edition) appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

115 – COVID Vaccination in Aging (12.17.20 Edition)

December 18, 2020 20:00

Dr. K discussed the new Pfizer COVID vaccine and the data on how well it works in older adults, especially those over age 75. She also explains how to go beyond media reports to find out more vaccine information specific to aging adults.

114 Coronavirus Updates and Suggestions (11.18.20 Edition)

November 20, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 64.2 MB

Dr. K shares an update on the COVID-19 for older adults & people helping aging parents, including developments in treatment, what to know about the ongoing surge, the progress on vaccines, how to stay safe during the holidays, and more. The post 114 Coronavirus Updates & Suggestions (11.18.20 Edition) appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

114 – Coronavirus Updates & Suggestions (11.18.20 Edition)

November 20, 2020 20:00

Dr. K shares an update on the COVID-19 for older adults & people helping aging parents, including developments in treatment, what to know about the ongoing surge, the progress on vaccines, how to stay safe during the holidays, and more.

BHWA 113 Urinary Incontinence In Aging

October 14, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MB

Dr. K talks with geriatrician Dr. Nicole Didyk about urinary continence issues in aging. They discuss common causes geriatricians check for, what to know about medications and other treatments, how to manage incontinence in people with dementia, and much more. The post 113 Interview: Urinary Incontinence In Aging appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

113 – Interview: Urinary Incontinence In Aging

October 14, 2020 19:00

Dr. K talks with geriatrician Dr. Nicole Didyk about urinary continence issues in aging. They discuss common causes geriatricians check for, what to know about medications and other treatments, how to manage incontinence in people with dementia, and much more.

113 Urinary Incontinence In Aging

October 14, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MB

Dr. K talks with geriatrician Dr. Nicole Didyk about urinary continence issues in aging. They discuss common causes geriatricians check for, what to know about medications and other treatments, how to manage incontinence in people with dementia, and much more. The post 113 Interview: Urinary Incontinence In Aging appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

112 Flu Shots for Older Adults in COVID Times: What to Know (2020 Update)

September 17, 2020 16:00 - 40 minutes - 43.8 MB

Dr. K explains what to know about the new flu shots available for aging adults in 2020, plus what we know about influenza and COVID-19. She covers the basics of falling ill from influenza, how the vaccines work, which flu shots are specifically designed for older adults, which one she thinks is best for most aging adults, what to do if your older relative is refusing the flu shot, and much more. The post 112 Flu Shots for Older Adults in COVID Times: What to Know (2020 Update) appeared firs...

112 – Flu Shots for Older Adults in COVID Times: What to Know (2020 Update)

September 17, 2020 16:00

Dr. K explains what to know about the new flu shots available for aging adults in 2020, plus what we know about influenza and COVID-19. She covers the basics of falling ill from influenza, how the vaccines work, which flu shots are specifically designed for older adults, which one she thinks is best for most aging adults, what to do if your older relative is refusing the flu shot, and much more.

111 Coronavirus Updates and Suggestions (7.16.20 Edition)

July 17, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 64.2 MB

Dr. K shares her latest update on COVID19, including whether we are better at treatment and recommendations for older adults and families. The post 111 Coronavirus Updates & Suggestions (7.16.20 Edition) appeared first on Better Health While Aging.

111 – Coronavirus Updates & Suggestions (7.16.20 Edition)

July 17, 2020 13:00

Dr. K shares her latest update on COVID19, including whether we are better at treatment and recommendations for older adults and families.

110 – Coronavirus Updates & Suggestions (6.11.20 Edition)

June 12, 2020 19:00

Dr. K shares her updates on how the COVID19 situation has evolved, plus her recommendations for balancing safety and activity during the upcoming months.

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