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9 Min Read

What doctors want older adults to know about physical activity

From aerobics to balance workouts for seniors, it’s key to find a physical activity that works as you age. Two Northwell Health physicians share more. 

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
Addressing Sexual Health and STIs in Older Adults webinar
Nov 6, 2025 ·
1 Min Read

Let’s Talk About Sex: Addressing Sexual Health and STIs in Older Adults

Register for this webinar and explore how physicians can approach sexual health conversations with older patients.

Events
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15 Min Read

What doctors want patients to know about healthy aging

Attention to aging well shouldn’t begin as an older adult. It is important to start young. Four physicians share how patients can practice healthy aging.

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Prevention & Wellness
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
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5 Min Read

Ageism has an impact on older-adult patients—and their physicians

Recently published AMA research sheds light on the experiences of physicians 65 and older. A panel of expert physicians weighs in.

Physician Health
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2 Min Read

Medicare Trustees warn about access to care for seniors

Report says Medicare-participating physicians face “significant” issues.

Press Releases
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6 Min Read

Medicare physician pay has plummeted since 2001. Find out why.

Doctors are paid 33% less today, when adjusted for inflation. This unsustainable path threatens older adults’ access to high-quality physician care.

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Medicare & Medicaid
Fighting for Physicians
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7 Min Read

Sanford Health nearly doubles residency program to boost recruitment

Facing a growing aging population and ongoing physician shortage, the rural health system is partnering with universities to recruit and retain doctors. 

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Sustainability
Health System Spotlight
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10 Min Read

What doctors want patients to know about Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson’s disease often begins with a tremor and the biggest risk factor is aging. Isaac Goldszer, MD, of Henry Ford Health, discusses what to know.

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Population Health
What Doctors Want Patients to Know™
Sandra Adamson Fryhofer, MD
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5 Min Read

With STIs on rise among older adults, here’s what doctors can do

Don’t be afraid to talk with patients 65 or older about safer sex practices. Vaccination options also can help prevent STIs.

Population Health