Mayo Clinic Aging Forward

When our metabolism, energy, mood, heart and brain health and overall vitality are lacking, oftentimes, people immediately look to the thyroid as the culprit. But how do we know when it's merely a symptom of natural aging or really due to thyroid disease?

On this episode of Aging Forward, Juan P. Brito Campana, M.B.B.S., discusses what thyroid disease symptoms are often misinterpreted as signs of normal aging and how to know the difference. He'll also break down when — and when not — to get tested for thyroid disease, the different treatment options and what the exciting future of thyroid medicine may hold.

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On this episode of Aging Forward, Dr. Chen talks about what she's learned from grief after the loss of a loved one.

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Even when you're in the best shape of your life, it's smart to have a care plan in place for when you may not be.

On this episode of Aging Forward, Jennifer Brull, M.D., of the American Academy of Family Physicians, talks about advance care planning. She breaks down which documents you should have in order, how to have difficult conversations with family members and how planning ahead can give you and your loved ones peace of mind.

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You just received your “Welcome to Medicare” packet in the mail. But … what exactly is it?

On this episode of Aging Forward, Kisha Davis, M.D., of the American Academy of Family Physicians, explains what the “Welcome to Medicare” visit is, why it matters and how to make the most of it.

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Hair loss — is it simply inevitable as we age?

On this episode of Aging Forward, Saranya P. Wyles, M.D., discusses the various types of hair loss, what the diagnosis process looks like and what we can do to prevent — and, in some cases, even reverse — hair loss.

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Hearing loss is about so much more than merely needing to turn up the volume. It can mean having difficulty hearing sounds at certain frequencies or hearing less clearly, and it can lead to a very isolating experience.

On this episode of Aging Forward, our guest, Dr. Cynthia Hogan, talks about the signs of hearing loss, possible treatment options and the latest technological advances that can help.

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About 80% of Americans living with heart failure are age 65 or older. As we age, the risk of developing heart failure increases, often due to conditions such as high blood pressure, coronary artery disease, and other cardiovascular risk factors.

On this episode of Aging Forward, Dr. Omar Abou Ezzeddine explains the different types and stages of heart failure, the symptoms to watch for, and how the condition is diagnosed and treated. He also discusses what life after a heart failure diagnosis can look like — and the steps people can take to manage the condition and maintain their quality of life.

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As you've gotten older, you might notice that your sleep has changed — maybe it's the amount of sleep, the quality of your sleep or even your ability to fall asleep. But why does this happen?

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As we age and develop multiple medical conditions, our medication lists often grow longer. But well-intentioned prescriptions can add up, affecting quality of life — and even causing harm.

On this episode of Aging Forward, Bonnie Sohn, M.D., discusses the complications of prescription cascades, the art of deprescribing, and how to work with your healthcare team to reduce your medication burden.

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Around 7.4 million Americans are living with a clinical diagnosis of Alzheimer’s dementia — and as the population ages, that number is expected to rise.

On this episode of Aging Forward, Dr. Heather Snyder of the Alzheimer’s Association joins us to discuss the latest advances in Alzheimer’s science, what we know about prevention, and how we can all take steps toward better brain health as we age.

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