Americans 100 and Older Are Living Even Longer Now
2016-01-21
Death rates for the oldest old have been dropping since 2008, CDC report findsContinue Reading
Anesthesia After 40 Not Linked to Mental Decline Later, Study Finds
2016-01-20
For adults, mild thinking and memory problems that may develop over time are unrelated, researchers sayContinue Reading
Screen Nursing Home Residents for B12 Deficiency: Researchers
2016-01-19
Medications can block absorption of the vitamin, causing mental harmsContinue Reading
Low Bicarbonate Levels May Be a Danger for Seniors
2016-01-14
Healthy older people have greater risk of death if blood bicarbonate level too low, research suggestsContinue Reading
For Seniors, Poor Sleep May Mean Higher Stroke Risk, Study Suggests
2016-01-14
Researchers found those who woke up the most were more likely to have hardening of brain arteriesContinue Reading
For Seniors, Poor Sleep May Mean Higher Stroke Risk, Study Suggests
2016-01-14
Researchers found those who woke up the most were more likely to have hardening of brain arteriesContinue Reading
Average Age of First-Time Moms in U.S. Still Rising: CDC
2016-01-14
Delaying pregnancy means smaller families and implications for overall population, expert saysContinue Reading
Mammograms a Personal Decision for Women in Their 40s, Panel Says
2016-01-11
U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends screening every 2 years for all after the age of 50Continue Reading
Young Adults Would Delay Seeking Stroke Treatment: Survey
2016-01-11
Facial drooping, sudden arm weakness or speech problems signal need for help, experts sayContinue Reading
Bonding With Others May Be Crucial for Long-Term Health
2016-01-08
For young and old, strong social ties as important as diet and exercise, researchers sayContinue Reading
Regular Mammograms Worthwhile for Elderly Women
2016-01-07
New study shows screenings helped lower breast cancer deaths among those over 69Continue Reading
Can Early Menopause Trigger Depression Later in Life?
2016-01-06
Research suggests longer estrogen exposure might have protective effectContinue Reading
Could Higher Vitamin D Doses Harm Seniors Prone to Falls?
2016-01-04
Stick to recommended guidelines, experts sayContinue Reading
The Younger the Mother, the Worse Her Health at Midlife: Study
2015-12-27
Those who waited until at least 25 fared better at 40, researchers sayContinue Reading