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November 8, 2024

Alzheimer’s patient, 90, says skiing and other activities keep him mentally sharp

Six years after his Alzheimer’s diagnosis, 90-year-old Zelik Bocknek (Zel) refuses to slow down — and he believes his active lifestyle is key to keeping his symptoms at bay.

November 7, 2024

Sleepy during the day? It could be an early warning sign of dementia, study suggests

Feeling sleepy and lacking enthusiasm during the day could increase the risk of developing a cognitive disorder leading to dementia, a new study found. Sleep expert Dr. Wendy Troxel discusses.

November 2, 2024

Woman credits this drink of choice to 105 years of life: 'A perfect match'

A 105-year-old woman told Fox News Digital that she drinks a pint of beer each and every day — and credits her long and happy life to a particular beverage.

November 1, 2024

Anyone over 50 should be getting these 5 vaccines, doctors say

To help people 50 and older keep track of immunization guidance for their age group, Fox News Digital gathered insights from several infectious disease experts.

October 26, 2024

Dementia risk could be higher for older adults who experience this type of injury, study finds

Getting injured after a fall may be an early warning sign of dementia in older adults, according to a new study published in JAMA Network Open last month. Researchers and doctors weigh in.

October 22, 2024

New Jersey medical students offer haircuts and grooming services to patients: ‘Sense of humanity’

Bergen Barbers, a program led by Rutgers New Jersey Medical School students, provides haircutting, shaving and detangling services for hospitalized patients in a local hospital.

October 20, 2024

Older Americans turn to marijuana for better sleep and pain relief: Here's what to know

A growing number of older adults are turning to the drug for a variety of reasons — but are the potential benefits worth the risk? Experts give their insights.

October 16, 2024

As solo aging becomes more common, here's how to thrive on your own

About 28% of people 65 and older — or 22 million older adults — live alone, according to 2023 data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Geriatric health experts give advice on solo aging.

October 9, 2024

Life expectancy in humans not likely to increase much more, study suggests

New research suggests that human life expectancy has hit its peak based on global statistics. Researcher S. Jay Olshansky explains why the focus should shift to healthspan extension.

October 8, 2024

Ethel Kennedy, 96-year-old widow of Robert F. Kennedy, suffers stroke, family asks for prayers

Ethel Kennedy, mother to eleven children, wife to the late Sen. Robert F. Kennedy, and long-time philanthropist, has suffered from a stroke, her family announced.