The later years of life often have been distorted by
myths. You may have heard some of these myths
stated as “truths.” In part, this may be because we
tend to focus on the problems and negative aspects
of aging. Most myths have some basis in fact, but
generally they...
The efficiency of the sensory organs—vision, hearing, taste, smell, and touch—declines with age, but the age of onset and rate of decline differ markedly among people. This publication
explains the sensory changes older people experience and suggests what you can do to help.