Lifestyle

Read our guide to getting better sleep, with these 8 helpful tips to a better night’s sleep including the root problems that cause sleep loss, good sleep habits, how diet affects sleep and more.

Alzheimer's disease is the most common type of dementia, affecting millions of people every year. In 2020 alone, about 5.8 million Americans were diagnosed with the disease. This number is expected...

For some of us, winter means celebrating the big holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's.

Many of the tips included in this article refer to proactive ways patients can take charge of their health and avoid unnecessary medical spending down the line.

Learn the ways in which voting and healthcare intersect and how patients can become more involved in the politics that affect their wellbeing.

Every one of us wants to be healthy, but doing the things that keep us healthy is hard work.

The holidays are meant to be fun and festive: marked by delicious and hearty meals, good cheer and most of all, family and friends. If there’s any time of year when clans big or small reunite, it’s...

Read about ways to prevent trips and falls on the Oak Street Health blog, where you can find information and advice on Primary Care, Wellness and Health Insurance.

There's no question that smoking is bad, but why is that? Despite all the commercials, billboards, and other information about the serious effects smoking has on the body, why is it that millions...

When we think of healthy eating, holiday meals don’t necessarily come to mind. Treats like pumpkin pie, gingerbread cookies and eggnog can make it hard to maintain self control, especially when...

Everyone should make sure to follow car safety precautions before getting on the road, especially older adults (65+) who make up one in five drivers in the United States.

When you think of summer, does it make you want to head outside and bask in the sun — or just stay indoors and turn on the fan? Despite the rising temperatures, there are plenty of fun and safe...

There are plenty of activities that you just can't do indoors, and getting fresh air is good for you. But being outside, especially for extended periods of time, can also carry some risks.

If you're a senior citizen living alone, you might consider having any of these technologies to help you monitor your health.