Longevity - Page 110

Husband documents wife's battle with breast cancer in stunning photo series

October 24, 2015

Husband documents wife's battle with breast cancer in stunning photo series

When Angelo Merendino's wife Jennifer was diagnosed with cancer, it became difficult to explain to their friends and family just how difficult life had become. So rather than telling them, he showed them through a series of stunning photographs of Jennifer living with cancer day to day. Now, Merendino's photo series has gone viral, helping others to understand what it's like to suffer from the devastating disease

Canine cancer: How to save a pet's life

October 24, 2015

Canine cancer: How to save a pet's life

Cancer is a devastating disease, and not just for humans. It is the number one cause of death in dogs over the age of two

For seniors, any exercise may be better than none

October 24, 2015

For seniors, any exercise may be better than none

Even 15 minutes a day of brisk walking, cycling or swimming could help older adults live longer, according to a review of past research that found any physical activity is better than none.

Number of US older adults to double by 2050

October 24, 2015

Number of US older adults to double by 2050

The number of people age 65 and older in the United States is expected to almost double by 2050, a shift that is expected to drastically alter the nation's racial makeup and pressure its economy, two government reports released on Tuesday said.

Tennessee patient treated in 2012 meningitis outbreak has relapse

October 24, 2015

Tennessee patient treated in 2012 meningitis outbreak has relapse

A patient treated during the deadly meningitis outbreak in the United States last year that was tied to contaminated steroid injections is back in the hospital for a recurrence of the infection, a Nashville hospital said on Saturday.

Stem cells: A fountain of youth?

October 24, 2015

Stem cells: A fountain of youth?

Aging and its associated aches and pains are typically considered a rite of passage— unavoidable despite how well we care for ourselves. However, a new report indicates stem cells may reverse the damage of aging

DNA pioneer James Watson takes aim at 'cancer establishments'

October 24, 2015

DNA pioneer James Watson takes aim at 'cancer establishments'

A day after an exhaustive national report on cancer found the United States is making only slow progress against the disease, one of the country's most iconic - and iconoclastic - scientists weighed in on "the war against cancer." And he does not like what he sees

Heart risk assessment tests also predict cognitive decline

October 24, 2015

Heart risk assessment tests also predict cognitive decline

Having risk factors for heart disease in middle age is associated with cognitive decline, according to a new study

Chinese herb Ginkgo 'does not prevent Alzheimer's'

October 24, 2015

Chinese herb Ginkgo 'does not prevent Alzheimer's'

A Chinese herb called Ginkgo biloba billed by some as a potential over-the-counter wonder drug that boosts mental dexterity and sharpens the memory has been found to do nothing to prevent the onset of Alzheimer's disease

More 60-somethings being hurt in motorcycle crashes

October 24, 2015

More 60-somethings being hurt in motorcycle crashes

People ages 60 and older account for an increasing proportion of individuals injured in motorcycle crashes in the United States, a new study finds