Actor Michael J. Fox has been on a mission to raise awareness about Parkinson’s disease (PD) and how it impacts an adult’s life. He was diagnosed with PD at just 29 years of age. Since then, he has shared his challenging journey through personal appearances and his work with The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research, which has helped many learn more about the condition.

Falls are a leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries among older adults. Experts say an average of 2.8 million adults are treated in an emergency room for fall-related injuries every year. For seniors, the bathroom is the most dangerous place in the home. Older adults experience more falls here than in any other room in the house.

Telemedicine has become a $17.8 billion industry, and that growth is expected to continue. Experts say telehealth will grow by more than 18 percent each year through 2020. While some challenges remain, the convenience it offers to physicians and patients is driving the necessary innovation.

When the topic of dementia is raised, most people think of Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s does account for the majority of cases of dementia, but other types can also be life-altering for older adults and their families. One of them is Lewy body dementia (LBD).

When Facebook was launched in 2004, the goal was to help students at Harvard connect with one another. It quickly spread to college campuses across the country.

Caring for an aging parent at home is a rewarding but demanding role. Family caregivers often take this job on while raising their own children and working outside the home. It is a juggling act that is understandably difficult to manage for an extended period.