New Yale Study: Many Older Adults Improve as They Age
A long-term study by Yale University debunks one of the biggest myths about aging. Nearly half of people over 65 showed physical, mental, or both read more
Learning to Play a Musical Instrument After the Age of 70 May Help Protect Memory
A longer life is often accompanied by changes in cognitive abilities, and working memory is among the mental abilities most vulnerable to age-related read more
Scientists Have Discovered a New Cause of Alzheimer’s Disease and a Drug That Halts its Progression
A promising experimental compound developed by researchers at ETH Zurich could offer a new way to slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. In read more
Dietary Supplements in Old Age: Benefits, Risks, and Appropriate Use
The use of dietary supplements has increased significantly in recent years. Vitamins, minerals, and other dietary supplements are often marketed as read more
Scientists Discover a Simple Way to Relieve Osteoarthritis Pain Without Medication or Surgery
Nearly one in four adults over the age of 40 suffers from painful osteoarthritis, a condition that can make everyday movements difficult and is one of read more
New Heat Treatment Could Slow the Progression of Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration and Protect Against Vision Loss
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affects a huge number of older people. About one-third of people over the age of 80 have AMD. In the United read more
