The Health Edit

Longevity

Healthspan and aging science: research on living longer and better, biological aging, healthspan habits, and evidence around longevity supplements and protocols.

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Longevity

When Smell Changes With Age, Look Beyond the Coffee Cup

Changes in familiar aromas deserve attention, with practical steps for medical conversations, enjoyable meals and safety at home.

Daniel Reeves

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Longevity

Driving Changes With Age: Keep Everyday Journeys in the Plan

A useful driving conversation combines specific concerns, professional assessment and practical ways to keep reaching the places that matter.

Daniel Reeves

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Longevity

Advance Care Planning: Start With a Conversation

Talk about what matters, consider who could speak for you, and connect your wishes with the right documents and care team.

Daniel Reeves

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Longevity

Memory Changes With Age: Bring Your Concerns Into the Open

Describe changes in everyday life, prepare for a thoughtful assessment, and know why sudden confusion needs immediate help.

Daniel Reeves

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Longevity

Home Fall Prevention: Start With the Routes You Use Most

Review familiar routes, turn observations into specific repairs, and involve the person using the space in every decision.

Daniel Reeves

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Longevity

Eye Care as You Age: Look Beyond Reading Glasses

Separate common focusing changes from eye health checks, prepare for dilation, and recognize symptoms that should never wait for a routine visit.

Daniel Reeves

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Longevity

A Medication Review as You Age: Bring the Whole Picture

Prepare a complete medicine list, raise practical concerns, and leave your review knowing which instructions changed and who will follow up.

Daniel Reeves

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Longevity

Bone Density Screening: Questions to Bring to Your Next Visit

Understand who screening recommendations cover, what a bone density scan measures, and how to prepare for a conversation about fracture risk.

Daniel Reeves

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Longevity

Hearing Changes With Age: When and How to Get Support

Recognize listening difficulties, prepare for a hearing assessment, and understand why sudden hearing loss needs immediate medical attention.

Daniel Reeves

Two older adults with a wheeled walker enjoying a sunny garden path.

Longevity

Healthspan vs. Lifespan: What Does Aging Well Actually Mean?

Understand healthy aging, assess longevity claims, and choose practical goals that reflect what matters in your everyday life.

Daniel Reeves