184 – COVID & Flu Vaccines 2026: What Older Adults Need to Know
Dr. K shares what happened with COVID and flu last year, and what older adults should know for the 2026–27 fall vaccine season, including wh...
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Better Health While Aging Podcast
A doctor's podcast for older adults and family caregivers, hosted by practicing geriatrics specialist Leslie Kernisan, MD MPH. Learn what really works, when it comes to improving health and...
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20 of 182 episodes183 – 7 Warning Signs of a Struggling Liver You Should Never Ignore
Dr. K covers seven warning signs of a struggling liver, common causes of liver problems in older adults, and practical steps to protect your...
182 – 10 Medications Geriatricians Always Check to Prevent Falls in Aging
Dr. K explains 10 types of medications to check to prevent falls in aging, especially if you’ve been falling, feeling unsteady, or are conce...
181 – Hospital Delirium in Older Adults: Symptoms, Causes & Prevention
Dr. K explains why older adults often become confused in the hospital, how delirium differs from dementia, and how it can be prevented, diag...
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180 – Earwax & Hearing Loss in Older Adults
Dr. K talks with audiologist Dr. Cliff Olson, AuD, about what older adults should know about earwax, hearing loss, and safe earwax removal.
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179 – Hearing Aids Not Working? An Audiologist Explains What Older Adults Should Know
Dr. K talks with audiologist Dr. Cliff Olson about today’s best and most affordable options for treating age-related hearing loss, including...
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178 – Hearing Loss in Aging (Presbycusis)
Dr. K explains explains why it's so important to detect and treat age-related hearing loss, how this helps preserve brain health, and simple...
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177 – Osteoporosis Medications Explained
Dr. K explains what older adults should know about medications for bone density, including when they are usually recommended, how they work,...
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176 – Boosting Bone Density: Best Ways to Prevent Fractures as You Age
Dr. K explains what older adults should know about protecting bone strength and reducing fracture risk, plus proven ways to boost bone densi...
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175 – How to Prevent Falls in Aging
Dr. K explains common causes of falls in older adults and the most effective ways to prevent them.
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174 – “Beers Criteria” Explained: Medications Older Adults Should Avoid
Dr. K explains the Beers Criteria, an evidence-based list of medications older adults should avoid or use with caution, and how to use it to...
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173 – Kidney Disease in Aging: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment
Dr. K explains how kidney function changes in later life and what to know about kidney disease, including causes, symptoms, treatment, and o...
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172 – Shingles in Aging: Symptoms, Treatment, and the Shingles Vaccine Explained
Dr. K explains shingles, including why aging increases risk, symptoms and treatment, how it can cause chronic pain, and the many benefits of...
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171 – Urinary incontinence in Aging Men: Most Common Causes & Best Treatments
Dr. K explains how bladder and prostate changes affect urination in older men, and what to do if you’re having bothersome urinary symptoms o...
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170 – How to Treat Urinary Incontinence in Older Women
Dr. K explains 5 types of incontinence that affect women and the best ways to treat bladder leaks. Learn when to consider medication, kegels...
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169 – How to Save Money on Medicare: Reviewing Chapter Medicare Advisory + Other Options
Dr. K and geriatric social worker Michelle Allen discuss saving money on Medicare and Michelle’s experience trying out Chapter, a national f...
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168 – COVID & Fall Vaccines 2025: What Older Adults Should Know
Dr. K discusses COVID for fall 2025, including the updated vaccine options (including Moderna’s mNexspike), and the latest CDC guidelines. P...
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167 – Type 2 Diabetes: Best & Safest Medications for Older Adults
Dr. K talks with geriatric diabetes expert Dr. Sei Lee about the different medications available to treat diabetes, including Ozempic and Ja...
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166 – Diabetes in Aging: Signs, Symptoms & What to Do
Dr. K explains what every older adult and their family should know about diabetes and prediabetes. Learn how diabetes is diagnosed and about...
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165 – Constipation After 60: Causes, Relief & Safe Treatments
Dr. K explains how to prevent and treat constipation in older adults, including what to know about laxatives, prunes, and fiber supplements....
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