Mayo Clinic Aging Forward

As we get older, many people notice changes in pelvic floor function, which can show up as urinary leakage or difficulty controlling the bladder.

In this episode of Aging Forward, John Occhino, M.D., explains why these issues are common, but not an inevitable part of aging. He discusses pelvic floor disorders, reviews nonsurgical and surgical treatment options, and explains how to perform Kegel exercises correctly.

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What happens when testosterone levels decline with age? And how can you tell the difference between signs of typical aging and true testosterone deficiency?
On this episode of Aging Forward, endocrinologist Dr. C. Scott Collins discusses the symptoms of low testosterone, the connection between sleep apnea and low testosterone, and why testosterone plays an important role beyond sexual function.
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What happens when testosterone levels decline with age? And how can you tell the difference between signs of typical aging and true testosterone deficiency?

On this episode of Aging Forward, endocrinologist Dr. C. Scott Collins discusses the symptoms of low testosterone, the connection between sleep apnea and low testosterone, and why testosterone plays an important role beyond sexual function.

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So you have diabetes. Now what?
In this episode of Aging Forward — part two of our series on diabetes — registered dietitian Laura Knudsen returns to discuss eating patterns for nutrition and weight loss, and how to decide whether GLP-1 medications are right for you.
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Diabetes and prediabetes are increasingly common among older adults, with nearly one-third affected by diabetes and about half living with prediabetes.
This episode of Aging Forward features registered dietitian Laura Knudsen, who shares evidence-based strategies for managing diabetes through nutrition, weight loss, regular physical activity, and long-term lifestyle changes. She explains how sustainable diet and movement routines can improve blood sugar control, reduce reliance on medications, and even reverse early indicators of type 2 diabetes.
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