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Health March 30

Birthday buddies and next-door neighbors turn 101 on same day

Luck, longevity and lots of activity: These are the qualities that two friends and next-door neighbors share as they celebrate their birthdays this year and turn 101 on the same day.

Health March 30

America's seniors are vulnerable to these digital threats, experts warn

Experts in senior care discuss the primary digital risks seniors face today, including scams and fraud, and how they can stay safe through education and training.

Spirits March 25

Whiskey for life? Age matters if you want a shot at winning this contest

Cinnamon whiskey lovers have the chance to win a free lifetime supply of a popular liqueur brand. One requirement is that they were born in 1935 or earlier — and they need to submit a short essay.

Health March 21

Parkinson’s cases could double globally by 2050, study reveals

By 2050, Parkinson’s disease cases could double, reaching over 25 million worldwide. A new study reveals that aging and population growth could be key drivers of the increase.

Healthy Foods March 19

Food choices that can boost your vision and protect against eye disease

Incorporating foods rich in certain vitamins and nutrients may help protect your vision and lower the risk of certain eye diseases, ophthalmologists and dietitians told Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital.

Health March 13

Stay fit in your 40s and beyond with these smart workout tips

Working out over age 40 may require a different fitness approach due to hormonal and physical shifts in the body. Fitness experts explain what should change for best results.

Geriatric Health March 11

'Perfect storm brewing' that will leave many aging seniors without necessary care, Dem lawmaker warns

Rep. Tom Suozzi, D-N.Y., introduced the WISH Act Tuesday, which seeks to help seniors obtain long-term home care insurance. Suozzi fears the country's growing population of older folks will face a crisis on this front if nothing is done.

Health March 9, 2025

Improve your sleep with this specific exercise, new study says

Exercise has proven benefits for all areas of physical and mental health, and that includes sleep quality. A new study pinpointed the type of activity that helps to prevent insomnia.

Health March 5, 2025

Aging may speed up in areas with extreme heat, research suggests

Extreme heat may accelerate aging in older adults, a new study suggests. More days of higher temperatures resulted in faster biological aging, with potential negative health impacts.

Health February 26, 2025

Dementia risk could increase with low levels of essential vitamin

“Normal" levels of vitamin B12 may not be enough to ward off dementia, according to researchers at University of California San Francisco. A neurosurgeon comments on the findings.

Health February 25, 2025

Drugs that reduce dementia risk — and others that increase it

A new study found that some medications could have the unintended benefit of reducing dementia risk, while others could increase the risk. A doctor comments on the findings.