Medical Conditions & Treatment

Aging is not an illness, but medical conditions specific to aging do arise, and sound policies and programs can help provide older adults with the safest and most effective treatments available for these conditions.

Latest Reports

AI in Health Care: Older Adults Embrace Limited Use

Most older adults would be comfortable with their doctor using AI in their health care, but they prefer that the doctor make the final decision on treatment.

Date: August 14, 2024

Accessing Mental Health Care Is a Daunting Task

Barriers to effective mental health care are an overwhelming obstacle for some older adults. Many try to overcome mental health issues on their own.

Date: May 13, 2024

Long COVID Impacts Older Adults' Mental and Physical Health

A recent survey finds that long COVD takes a toll on physical health and mental health with fatigue, brain fog, cough, and the loss of taste or smell.

Date: February 6, 2024

The Risk of Traumatic Brain Injury Among Adults 65-Plus

A new AARP Research survey among adults 18-plus explores their familiarity and experiences with traumatic brain injury. Adults 65-plus are at greatest risk.

Date: October 17, 2023