Better Health While Aging

Latest episode

173 - Kidney Disease in Aging: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
2026/02/04 | 32 mins.
Dr. K explains how kidney function changes in later life and what to know about kidney disease, including causes, symptoms, treatment, and options for very severe kidney disease.
172 – Shingles in Aging: Symptoms, Treatment, and the Shingles Vaccine Explained
2025/12/22 | 21 mins.
Dr. K explains shingles, including why aging increases risk, symptoms and treatment, how it can cause chronic pain, and the many benefits of the shingles vaccine.
171 – Urinary incontinence in Aging Men: Most Common Causes & Best Treatments
2025/12/04 | 39 mins.
Dr. K explains how bladder and prostate changes affect urination in older men, and what to do if you’re having bothersome urinary symptoms or leaks.
170 – How to Treat Urinary Incontinence in Older Women
2025/11/14 | 42 mins.
Dr. K explains 5 types of incontinence that affect women and the best ways to treat bladder leaks. Learn when to consider medication, kegels, estrogen, pessaries and more.
169 – How to Save Money on Medicare: Reviewing Chapter Medicare Advisory + Other Options
2025/10/16 | 27 mins.
Dr. K and geriatric social worker Michelle Allen discuss saving money on Medicare and Michelle’s experience trying out Chapter, a national free service that helps older adults find the best Medicare plan for them. For FREE help with Medicare Open Enrollment, Dr. K is recommending calling Chapter at 771-224-0630.