Dementia on the decline for some seniors 
Dementia on the decline for some seniors
Researchers say a healthier population and increased education are leading to a drop in the number of seniors with dementia.
Protecting seniors and kids in the extreme heat 
Protecting seniors and kids in the extreme heat
As temperatures soar across the Midwest, experts say folks should take extra caution to ensure the elderly and children stay safe. Here’s what you should know.
Is the air you breathe killing you? 
Is the air you breathe killing you?
Is there anything you can do to protect yourself from the harmful effects of air pollution? Health experts say yes.
Postponing retirement may delay dementia 
Postponing retirement may delay dementia
Researchers say that people who retire later in life have a better chance of staving off dementia. Find out why.
Smoking and drinking a bad combo for mental health, study says 
Smoking and drinking a bad combo for mental health, study says
For those who like to light up while they drink, new research says the combination may wreak havoc on your brain.
Veterans find healing through art 
Veterans find healing through art
An art exhibit in suburban Chicago offers an artistic way for veterans to heal.
Are your thoughts making you sick? 
Are your thoughts making you sick?
A new study reveals that if you constantly tell yourself that stress is harming your health, it could become a self-fulfilling prophecy. Learn more.