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Simple meditation and gentle movement practices are showing real promise in reducing depression and anxiety for people living with dementia. New research maps out exactly how to make these therapies work best for older adults with cognitive decline.
Five weeks of computer-based brain speed training helped older adults significantly reduce their dementia risk for two decades. The study offers hope that simple, drug-free interventions could help millions age with healthier minds.
A groundbreaking stem cell treatment helped frail older adults walk significantly farther, offering the first biological therapy for a condition that affects 1 in 4 people over 65. The single infusion improved mobility without serious side effects, opening new doors for aging well.
A woman who never stuck with strength training finally found a program that worked—and doubled her lifting weight in one month. Her journey proves it's never too late to build serious muscle and transform your fitness.
Scientists are discovering that the secret to healthy aging might be hiding in your gut. New research shows that maintaining a youthful microbiome through diet and exercise could help you live longer and age better.
The founding father's approach to aging well has nothing to do with diet or exercise. Modern psychology now confirms his 275-year-old secret: staying useful beats any anti-aging cure.
Playing chess, tracing maps, and other mentally stimulating hobbies could push back Alzheimer's symptoms for years, according to groundbreaking new research. The simple activities you already enjoy might be your brain's best defense.
A groundbreaking panel of 16 North American experts has released the first-ever exercise guidelines specifically for cancer survivors over 65, shattering the myth that older patients can't handle physical activity during treatment. The recommendations could transform care for the 26 million older cancer survivors expected by 2040.
A Harvard happiness expert says the secret to joy after middle age isn't getting more—it's wanting less. Dr. Arthur Brooks reveals why ditching unnecessary desires leads to deeper satisfaction as we age.
Scientists discovered that playing an instrument or singing regularly strengthens your brain against aging and disease. Musicians even experience less physical pain than non-musicians.
A 20-year study reveals that certain brain-training exercises focusing on speed and divided attention can lower dementia risk by a quarter. Memory and reasoning games showed no protective effect.
Bonnie Sumner hung from a pull-up bar for three minutes at her Colorado gym, shattering the world record for her age group. Her simple message: don't let age define what you can accomplish.
Scientists are studying an 82-year-old runner whose body shows the fitness levels of someone 60 years younger. His remarkable health could reveal secrets to aging well for everyone. #
The FDA just approved Yuvezzi, the first dual-action eye drop that restores near vision for people over 40 without glasses or surgery. Unlike previous drops, it works for up to 10 hours with a single daily dose.
Edna Giordano hits the gym four days a week, conquers deep squats with ease, and feels exactly like she did at 50. The great-grandmother of four didn't start strength training until retirement forced her hand at 65.
A new study of nearly 3,000 grandparents reveals that caring for grandchildren helps protect against cognitive decline. The best part? It doesn't matter how often you babysit or what you do together.
New research reveals that grandparents who care for their grandchildren experience slower cognitive decline and score higher on memory tests. The findings suggest that staying socially engaged through caregiving may help keep older brains sharp.
Nearly 10,000 people who've been studied since before they were born are now turning 60, giving scientists an unprecedented window into what creates a healthy life. The Northern Finland Birth Cohort is combining six decades of health data with cutting-edge digital tools to unlock the secrets of aging well.
Families struggling to care for loved ones with dementia are getting new support as experts reveal simple strategies to prevent wandering and keep their relatives safe. A growing movement to integrate dementia care into national health systems could transform how millions of families navigate this challenging journey.
Frank Zieminski turned a 1970s hobby into history-making achievement at age 95, becoming the oldest person to solve a 3x3 Rubik's Cube in competition. The West Seneca grandfather didn't stop there, claiming three world records in one day.