Deb Hipp is a freelance health and medical writer and editor who lives in Kansas City, Missouri. She is a former investigative reporter with more than 25 years of experience as a journalist and writer ...

The typical range for walk-in tub installation is $1,500 to $12,000, with a national average of $4,000. The most significant cost factors affecting the cost of a walk-in tub are the tub size, type, ...

Q: My husband and I have a lot fewer aches after a warm bath. But getting in and out is becoming hazardous as we age. We are thinking of getting a walk-in tub. Is that a smart idea? A: A walk-in tub ...

Sandra Gordon is a journalist specializing in health and medicine for consumers and healthcare providers. Her work has appeared in major magazines and websites, including Prevention, Parents, Medical ...

Everyone enjoys a relaxing bath or an invigorating shower. But for the elderly or disabled, traditional bathtubs and showers can present a safety challenge. Taking that first step into a bathtub or ...

Dear Savvy Senior: Because of my back pain and mobility problems, I’m interested in getting a walk-in bathtub that’s safe and easy to use. What can you tell me about walk-in tubs? — Old and Achy Dear ...