WebMD Partners with John A. Hartford Foundation
This six-episode Health Discovered series, produced with the John A. Hartford Foundation, explores how to improve care for older adults. Topics include age-friendly care, AI, fraud, palliative care, and more featuring experts, caregivers, and innovators.
Healthy AgingApr 30, 2026Planning Ahead: Lessons on Caregiving with The John A. Hartford Foundation
Nearly everyone will either become a caregiver or need one at some point, yet few are truly prepared for what that role involves. Caring for an aging loved one can be profoundly meaningful but also emotionally and logistically challenging, and our healthcare system doesn't always make it easier. In collaboration with The John A. ...
Healthy AgingMar 19, 2026How To Discuss Advance Care Planning and Palliative Care with Your Loved Ones
When someone you love is dealing with serious health issues or repeated hospital visits, it can feel like you’re constantly bracing for the next crisis. In those moments, it’s hard to step back and think about what your loved one truly wants, needs, and what would support their quality of life. ...
Healthy AgingDec 4, 2025Protecting Yourself Against Scams Targeting Older Adults
Neha Pathak, MDFraud targeting older adults is on the rise, with schemes designed to steal personal information, drain savings, or even jeopardize health through the sale of fake medical equipment. We spoke with Robert “Bob” Blancato, who serves as the National Coordinator of the bipartisan Elder Justice Coalition and is the Executive Director of the National Association of Nutrition and Aging Services Program, about the biggest red flags – from fake Medicare calls to deceptive billing – and why trusting your instincts, speaking up if something feels off, and staying connected to your community are key to staying safe. ...
Healthy AgingOct 23, 2025Age-Friendly Tech: Using AI to Support Healthy, Independent Aging
Neha Pathak, MDWhen we think of AI, we don’t often connect it to the needs of older adults. But how can technology support age-friendly care in the digital age? We spoke with Kedar Mate, MD, co-founder and chief medical officer of Qualified Health AI, about how simple AI tools can empower older adults to take control of their health and wellness. ...
Healthy AgingAug 28, 2025The 4 M’s of Age-Friendly Care: Improving Your Healthcare Experience as You Age
Neha Pathak, MDHow can we improve care for older adults while supporting their independence and dignity? In this episode, we speak with Ellen Flaherty, PhD, MSN, APRN, vice president of the Dartmouth Health Geriatric Center of Excellence, about the 4 M’s of age-friendly care: what matters, medication, mind, and mobility. ...
Healthy AgingJun 26, 2025Aging in America: Improving the Care of Older Adults with The John A. Hartford Foundation
Neha Pathak, MDWhat does it mean to age with dignity in today’s healthcare system? What will it take to truly transform how we care for older adults in America? In this episode, the first of a six-part series, we explored the documentary Aging in America: Survive or Thrive, created by The John A. ...