Alzheimer's/Memory Care

Finger-prick blood test breakthrough in worldwide Alzheimer’s research

Banner Health-led study enables global research participation without healthcare infrastructure barriers. SUN CITY, Ariz. (Jan. 5, 2026) – A groundbreaking international study demonstrates that Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers can be accurately detected using simple finger-prick blood samples that can be collected at home and mailed to laboratories without refrigeration or prior processing. The research, published Monday in Nature Medicine, represents the first […]

Activities

A 10-Minute Daily Stretching Routine for Seniors

Gentle Movements to Improve Flexibility, Balance, and Comfort This article contains reasons why, examples of standing and seated exercises, and links to free videos on the web to help you put together your own stretching regimen. This simple 10-minute routine can be done once or twice a day. It focuses on the areas that most commonly become tight with age: […]

Health Management

GoTo Telemed Launches Nationwide Integrated Telehealth Platform

GoTo Telemed Launches Nationwide Integrated Telehealth Platform to Serve 10+ Million Patients in 2026 GoTo Telemed Rings in 2026 with Vision to Transform Healthcare Delivery Through Nationwide Integrated Telehealth Platform – Empowering Nurses, Physicians, Dentists, and Healthcare Professionals to Practice Seamlessly While Serving 10+ Million Patients Across America. Nationwide Telehealth Ecosystem Combines Digital Platform, EHR, Malpractice Insurance, Billing, Clearinghouse, and […]

Health Management

Banner Health Initiating Mandatory Masking Jan. 1 Due to Flu Surge

Move to protect patients, visitors and staff as flu strain spreads PHOENIX (Dec. 31, 2025) – Banner Health on Thursday is initiating mandatory masking at all facilities across the six-state healthcare system due to a significant surge in seasonal influenza to protect patients, visitors and staff. Masking will be required for patients, visitors and staff in all Banner locations where […]

Medicare

Chairmen Guthrie and Griffith Announce Legislative Hearing on Improving Medicare Payment Policies for Seniors

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, Congressman Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Chairman of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, and Congressman Morgan Griffith (VA-09), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Health, announced a hearing titled Legislative Proposals to Support Patient Access to Medicare Services. Subcommittee on Health hearing titled Legislative Proposals to Support Patient Access to Medicare Services WHAT: Subcommittee on Health hearing to discuss […]

Activities

New Year’s Resolutions for Senior Citizens

Simple, Realistic Goals for a Healthier, Happier Year The New Year is a natural time to pause, reflect, and think about what we want more of—and less of—in our lives. For senior citizens, New Year’s resolutions don’t have to be dramatic or overwhelming. In fact, the most meaningful resolutions are often small, realistic changes that improve health, independence, connection, and […]

Uncategorized

Banner Part of Global Study That Shows Higher Alzheimer’s Prevalence Than Expected.

Research that shows blood test analysis with more than 1 in 10 adults over 70 may be eligible for treatments to slow cognitive decline SUN CITY, Ariz. (Dec. 17, 2025) – New research has provided the first ever population-based data on the frequency of Alzheimer’s disease neuropathological changes (ADNC) – a key causal factor behind the development of dementia – and found that it […]

Finance

Kelly, Gillibrand, Scott, Moody Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Seniors from Scammers

Americans lost $16.6 billion to scams in 2024; $4.8 billion was stolen from seniors Senators and Senate Aging Committee members Mark Kelly (D-AZ), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), Rick Scott (R-FL), and Ashley Moody (R-FL) introduced the bipartisan National Strategy for Combating Scams Act, legislation that would require the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to develop a coordinated national strategy to combat scams, incorporating […]

News

FTC Issues Annual Report to Congress on Agency’s Actions to Protect Older Adults

The report highlights a dramatic increase in the number of older adults reporting losses of over $100,000 to scams. On December 1st, the Federal Trade Commission issued its annual report to Congress on protecting older adults, which shows a big increase in the number of older adults reporting losses of over $100,000 to scams. The report, Protecting Older Consumers, 2024-2025, A […]

Health Management

CMS Delivers Savings for Seniors on 15 Major Drugs for Cancer and Chronic Disease

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) today announced a net savings of 44%, or $12 billion, from last year’s negotiated Medicare spending on 15 drugs used widely to treat cancer and other serious chronic conditions. These savings are the result of the Trump Administration’s aggressive push for lower prices for Medicare beneficiaries. The Maximum Fair Prices (MFPs) for […]

Activities

Healthy Thanksgiving Tips for Seniors in Arizona

A Helpful Holiday Guide to Staying Well, Energized, and Enjoying the Celebration Thanksgiving is a wonderful time for connection, gratitude, and delicious food—but for many seniors, the holiday can also bring unique challenges. Heavy meals, long days, crowded gatherings, travel, and changes in routine can affect overall well-being. With a little planning, though, older adults can enjoy the festivities comfortably […]

Diet/Nutrition

“Budget-Friendly Meals”: 25 Easy Recipes for Seniors, Families, and Caregivers

At Senior Support Arizona, we believe good food should always be within reach—no matter your budget, household size, or cooking experience. That’s why we created Budget-Friendly Meals, a free digital cookbook featuring 25 comforting and affordable recipes designed especially for seniors, caregivers, and families who want to enjoy home-cooked dinners without spending a fortune. Real Food, Real Savings Each recipe […]

Health Management

Progress on treating Valley Fever as Banner Health marks Awareness Week

TUCSON, Ariz. (Nov. 12, 2025) – This is Alejandra Lee’s first Valley Fever Awareness Week. The California native has spent the last two decades in Arizona but until the last few months, Valley Fever wasn’t really on her radar. “Well, I’m glad I didn’t just say this was going away,” Lee said about her symptoms that appeared this summer and steadily […]

Alzheimer's/Memory Care

Dementia Friendly Arizona celebrates 10 years of impact across state

PHOENIX (Nov. 12, 2025) — Dementia Friendly Arizona, led by Banner Alzheimer’s Institute, recently celebrated its 10th anniversary by recognizing a decade of progress toward making the state a more compassionate and supportive place for people living with dementia and their care partners. The celebration at Banner Alzheimer’s Institute brought together community leaders, partners and volunteers who have advanced the […]

News

Attorney General Mayes Wins Emergency Court Order Temporarily Blocking Trump Administration from Clawing Back SNAP Benefits

Monday, November 10, 2025 PHOENIX – Attorney General Mayes won a court order temporarily blocking the Trump administration’s attempts to claw back Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and punish states that release them. Attorney General Mayes and 24 other attorneys general and governors filed an emergency motion for a Temporary Restraining Order (TRO) last night after the Trump administration […]