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Scientists have identified a chemical that could one day be used in eye drops to treat cataracts — potentially eliminating the need for expensive surgery,…
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Members of the Missouri Home Care Union are asking providers of in-home services for the elderly and disabled to raise the wages of the attendants they…
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Almost half of working-aged Americans are at risk of having a lower standard of living in retirement than they now enjoy, according to a new study by the…
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Lucy Hamm, one of St. Louis’ oldest residents, turned 107 Friday. She's just nine years younger than the oldest known person living in the world, Misao…
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When the TV show “Transparent” won two Golden Globe Awards a week ago Sunday, many transgender people felt validated, and a little less invisible.That’s a…
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Missourians are getting older, but their access to health care is not keeping up.In October, a Missouri Foundation for Health report found a need for more…
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If medical tests found that you had risk factors that could possibly lead to Alzheimer’s disease when you are in your mid-60s, would you want to know?What…
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A new report on the health of older Missourians says cost and access to health care are key concerns as the state’s population continues to age.“In the…
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What’s the secret to longevity? For 91-year-old Marian Meade it’s a combination of work and healthy living. A big part of both for her is Weight…
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According to the Pew Research Center, hundreds of thousands of Americans could live to see 100 by the year 2050. Women in France, Japan and the United…