'Magic' Carpet Could Help Shield Elderly From Falls
2012-09-06
Optical fibers map walking patterns, warn of potential dangersContinue Reading
Many Heart Attacks May Go Unrecognized in Seniors
2012-09-04
Study authors say these ‘silent’ attacks raise the risk of dying just as much as recognized onesContinue Reading
Artery Stiffness May Predict High Blood Pressure
2012-09-04
Study suggests possible clues to hypertension preventionContinue Reading
Millions of Americans Have Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure: CDC
2012-09-04
Yet most have regular access to medical care, report notesContinue Reading
Even 'High-Normal' Blood Sugar Tied to Brain Shrinkage
2012-09-04
Scans show memory, thinking regions shrank in those at high end of ‘normal’ range; more study neededContinue Reading
Seniors' Creativity Can Thrive Despite Dementia
2012-09-04
Programs seek to inspire artistry, reduce isolation in these older adultsContinue Reading
Marathons Safe for Aging Boomers, Study Finds
2012-09-01
Signs of heart stress in 50-somethings resolved within a week, tests showedContinue Reading
Irregular Heartbeat May Pose Higher Stroke Risk for Women Than Men
2012-08-31
But large study of atrial fibrillation found this only holds true in oldest patientsContinue Reading
Keeping Up a Healthy Lifestyle Pays Off in Added Years: Study
2012-08-31
Seniors who keep active and don’t smoke live an average 5 years longer, researchers sayContinue Reading
More Baby Boomers Opting to Cohabit, Not Marry
2012-08-31
The partnerships are also long-lasting, researchers findContinue Reading
Vitamins, Minerals May Help Older Men's Sperm Stay Healthy
2012-08-28
More intake of zinc, folate, vitamins C & E linked to less sperm DNA damage in advancing ageContinue Reading
4 Eating Habits May Help Older Women Maintain Weight Loss
2012-08-28
In 4-year study, those who kept pounds off decreased 3 food groups and increased fruits, vegetablesContinue Reading
Midlife Fitness May Mean Healthier Old Age, Study Finds
2012-08-27
Common conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s less likelyContinue Reading
Could Your Genes Influence How You Vote?
2012-08-27
DNA might account for some differences between liberal, conservative views, researchers sayContinue Reading