Sleep Inventory
Category: Healthy Aging
Poor sleep is a fact of life for lots of tired Americans. What most never realize is that they may be contributing to their own restless nights. What you do before getting in bed and even the room you sleep in may be contributing to the problem. Discover how to take inventory of your sleep habits and learn what methods experts suggest to achieve that good night's sleep.

Understanding Sleep Problems
Category: Healthy Aging
Getting a good night's sleep is critical to feeling refreshed during the day, but unfortunately not everyone is able to get the sleep they need. Different factors can contribute to lack of sleep-a noisy bedroom, stress or illness. When the problem persists help should be sought. Experts can suggest a wide range of treatment options including finding ways to change bedtime behaviors, and in some instances, medication.

Stress and Heart Disease
Category: Healthy Aging
We've all experienced stress at one time or another. Your heart rate goes up, your blood pressure rises, and every part of your body tenses up. It has been linked to a variety of health conditions, but one of the most significant effects is the damage it can do to your heart. Not only is stress dangerous for people with heart disease, it can also increase the risk of heart complications. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the relationship between stress and heart disease, and share some helpful stress reduction techniques.

Stress and Heart Disease
Category: Healthy Aging
We've all experienced stress at one time or another. Your heart rate goes up, your blood pressure rises, and every part of your body tenses up. It has been linked to a variety of health conditions, but one of the most significant effects is the damage it can do to your heart. Not only is stress dangerous for people with heart disease, it can also increase the risk of heart complications. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the relationship between stress and heart disease, and share some helpful stress reduction techniques.

Sex after Sixty Part 3
Category: Healthy Aging
In many people's eyes, advanced age and sexual intimacy go together like milk and orange juice. But sexuality can be an important part of any loving relationship, no matter how old you are. Join our panel of experts as they discuss popular misconceptions about elder sexuality, as well as why -- and how -- they should change.

Sex after Sixty
Category: Healthy Aging
In many people's eyes, advanced age and sexual intimacy go together like milk and orange juice. But sexuality can be an important part of any loving relationship, no matter how old you are. Join our panel of experts as they discuss popular misconceptions about elder sexuality, as well as why -- and how -- they should change.

Sex after Sixty Part 1
Category: Healthy Aging
In many people's eyes, advanced age and sexual intimacy go together like milk and orange juice. But sexuality can be an important part of any loving relationship, no matter how old you are. Join our panel of experts as they discuss popular misconceptions about elder sexuality, as well as why -- and how -- they should change.

Metabolic Syndrome
Category: Healthy Aging
Your risk of developing heart disease, stroke or diabetes is greatly increased if you suffer from a combination of health problems, known as metabolic syndrome. Learn what you can do to fight back.

Diagnosing Heart Problems
Category: Healthy Aging
Do you suffer from chest pain while exercising? If so, you may want to see a doctor. Join experts as they talk about the various methods used to diagnose a type of heart problem, known as angina.

Say ALOHA to Heart Disease
Category: Healthy Aging
Heart disease risk is something you have or don't have. But how do you know? Learn how you can set yourself on the path to a heart healthy life. And say aloha to heart disease.

So You Want To Quit Smoking
Category: Healthy Aging
Most people who smoke have thought about stopping. Learn what you should do to prepare yourself for that first day without cigarettes.

Drug Interactions
Category: Healthy Aging
Most people realize drugs have side effects. But did you know drugs can interact with other prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, herbal supplements and sometimes even food?

Stress Reduction
Category: Healthy Aging
Stress takes its toll by making us anxious, depressed and not able to function as fully as we'd like. What many don't know is that stress can take its toll on our healthy and may affect our risks of many different kinds of illness. Discover why handling stress is so important in living a healthy and long life.

Responsible Sexual Behavior
Category: Healthy Aging
Sexual contact can sometimes result in problems. An unwanted pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases may be some of those consequences. But by practicing safe sex, being monogamous or abstaining, the risks of these difficulties are greatly reduced.

Become a Life-long Learner
Category: Healthy Aging
We all know that it is important to keep your body active and healthy to live a long life. But the old adage "use it or lose it" is also true. Discover some of the many ways people can continue to keep their minds keen and continually growing.

Protecting from Infection
Category: Healthy Aging
Germs are a fact of life and catching an infectious disease like a cold may seem inevitable. But there are simple ways to protect yourself against the spread of disease. Handwashing, keeping up with immunizations, practicing safe sex and sensible food handling are good tools in the war against contagious disease.

Physical Activity and Aging
Category: Healthy Aging
As we age, keeping physically active is essential. It not only improves the appearance of the body, it also prevents the occurrence of health complications in the future. Join Dr. Roizen as he discusses the role of exercise in aging and the type of activities that can help maintain a healthy body.

Avoiding Risky Behavior
Category: Healthy Aging
Aging is inevitable, but risky behaviors can put you at risk for disease and disability. Avoiding them can keep you on the path of healthy living. Tune in as Dr. Michael Roizen talks about how these behaviors impact the aging process.

Trauma and Sleep
Category: Healthy Aging
The tragedy of life-altering events can turn your world upside down. It can have a tremendous emotional impact as well as the potential for causing the loss of good sleep. While time can heal, experts suggest there are a variety of positive steps people can take to tackle poor sleep. Seeking support by talking to friends and family may lessen trauma's effects on sleep. Paying attention to sleep habits is suggested while there are also medications that will help get sleep back on track.

Effects of Menopause on Sleep
Category: Healthy Aging
While menopause is a natural change for all women, it can cause a variety of symptoms that feel anything but natural. One of the most common complaints is the occurrence of hot flashes which can be not only uncomfortable, but cause endless nights of interrupted sleep. Discover what the experts advise women about turning tossing and turning into peaceful rest.

Sleep Problems
Category: Healthy Aging
As people age, there are lots of changes. Some are welcome, like retirement and a chance to pursue new activities. But then there are some changes that aren't so welcome. Poor sleep is one of them. Learn not only what might be causing sleep problems, but find out a variety of ways to win back a restful night.

Women's Heart Disease Facts
Category: Healthy Aging
The statistics for heart disease in women are staggering. Yet many don't know they are at risk, nor do they know the signs and symptoms of trouble. Tune in to learn what everyone should know about the leading cause of death in American women.

Sleep Problems and Your Doctor
Category: Healthy Aging
Millions of Americans don't sleep well. And many of them don't do anything about it. But the answer is as close as the telephone. Experts suggest that seeing a doctor is the best way to get sleeping back on track. Today there is a wide range of options to turn around the problem of poor sleep. Learn what's available and toss and turn no more.

Sleep Quality
Category: Healthy Aging
When someone doesn't sleep, the price they pay can be immeasurable. Work and even relationships can suffer from prolonged nights of tossing and turning. Learn how changing what you do at bedtime can help turn sleepless nights into much needed rest.

OAB Treatment
Category: Healthy Aging
It's no secret that our bodies change as we age, and some adjustments are unavoidable. But urinary incontinence is one problem older people don't have to live with. Tune in to learn about treatment strategies that can help.

Overcoming OAB
Category: Healthy Aging

Urinary Incontinence
Category: Healthy Aging
Urinary incontinence is an embarrassing and frustrating problem that affects millions of adults in the United States. Many think it's just a consequence of aging, but in fact there are a variety of causes that can affect younger adults as well. Tune in as our guests discuss the different types of incontinence and why they occur.

Treating Urinary Incontinence
Category: Healthy Aging
When people start having the symptoms of urinary incontinence, they're often too embarrassed to talk about it, even with their doctors. But incontinence isn't something you have to live with, and a simple doctor's visit can make a big difference. Join our experts as they discuss the importance of diagnosing incontinence and treating it.

Treating Erectile Dysfunction
Category: Healthy Aging
By now, ViagraTM has become virtually a household name. But there are many possible causes of erectile dysfunction and various treatment options for each case. How do you and your doctor determine which is best for you? If you or your loved one is suffering from erectile dysfunction, join our panel of experts as they address the different strategies for making sexual intercourse a possibility again.

Treating Alzheimer's
Category: Healthy Aging
Alzheimer's disease, a slowly progressive disease of the brain, is the fourth leading cause of death among Americans over the age of 65. Although there is no cure, there are medical treatments available that can help control the progression of symptoms. By managing the illness, these treatments can greatly benefit patients and caregivers alike. Join our panel of experts as they discuss the state of the art in Alzheimer's treatment.

Caregiver Stress
Category: Healthy Aging
It's difficult to watch a loved one suffer from Alzheimer's and caring for them can be an intense challenge. Our panel of experts will address the pressures that come with this responsibility and discuss strategies for coping with them.

Causes of Alzheimer's
Category: Healthy Aging
While the causes of Alzheimer's are still uncertain, many experts believe the key lies in understanding plaques and tangles, lesions and knots of nerve cell fibers in the brain that are sure indicators of Alzheimer's disease. Join our panel of experts as they discuss current research and theories.

Alzheimer's: The Long Goodbye
Category: Healthy Aging
Alzheimer's disease is a common, but often misunderstood condition. Forgetfulness is just one small symptom of a larger, more complicated disease that affects memory, thinking, behavior, and emotion. Join our panel of experts as they discuss how Alzheimer's disease affects the brain and body.

Heart Failure Diet
Category: Healthy Aging
CHF is a serious disease that will usually require medical treatment. But diet and exercise can play a crucial role in slowing the progression of the disease and improving one's quality of life. Our panel of experts will discuss the latest recommendations.