Longevity

Wellness August 18

Additional exercise potentially linked to longer lifespans and lower death rates: study

A new study published in the American Heart Association’s Circulation Journal says people who exercise more than the U.S. Department of Health's recommended amount had lower death rates.

Birthday May 3

100-year-old WWII veteran runs in Penn Relays

A 100-year-old runner from New Jersey got a packed arena to stand on their feet as he raced against eight other senior athletes.

LIFESTYLE May 1

Sister André, world's oldest living person: 10 surprising facts

The world’s oldest person is a 118-year-old woman from France, who is also a nun, Guinness World Records confirmed to Fox News Digital.

Fitness + Well-being January 15

How to reverse your biological age and feel younger without spending a fortune

If living a long and healthy life is a goal of yours, there are steps you can take to turn back the clock.

MEDICAL RESEARCH June 2, 2021

Israeli scientists extend mice's lives by 23%, aim for humans next

Israeli scientists have found a way to increase the life expectancy of mice by 23 percent, in groundbreaking research that they hope to replicate in humans — who could then reach an average age of 120 years old.

Coronavirus April 29, 2021

After year of coronavirus restrictions, oldest woman in US wants to eat with friend again

A 114-year-old Nebraska woman who has taken the title of America's oldest living person says what she wants most is to eat with her friend after a year of pandemic restrictions.

Coronavirus December 22, 2020

US deaths in 2020 top 3 million, by far most ever counted

This is the deadliest year in U.S. history, with deaths expected to top 3 million for the first time – due mainly to the coronavirus pandemic.

Women's Health October 8, 2020

Having a baby later in life may increase longevity, study suggests

Women who have kids later on in life may live longer, according to the findings of a recent study. 

Longevity September 21, 2020

Japanese woman, 117, becomes country's oldest living person

On Saturday, Kane Tanaka marked 117 years and 261 days alive, surpassing the age of the previous record holder by one day.

Alzheimers July 29, 2020

New blood test detects Alzheimer's on par with expensive diagnostic tools, study finds

A new blood test was able to spot Alzheimer's disease on par with pricey brain imaging and spinal taps, researchers found.