Longevity - Page 28

November 15, 2019

Supercentenarians live longer than others because of this, study suggests

The secret to living past 100 could lie in your immune system, suggests a new study. 

October 9, 2019

Owning a dog could help you live longer, new research suggests

Good news, dog lovers: Having a canine companion at your side could actually help you live longer — especially if you’re a stroke or heart attack survivor who lives alone. 

September 2, 2019

Optimism key to living longer? This study says so

Optimistic people tend to live longer than those with a less rosy view of the world.

August 21, 2019

Blood test can predict if you'll die in next 10 years, researchers claim

If you could find out when you were likely to die, would you?

July 12, 2019

2 dead, 18 hospitalized in respiratory illness outbreak at Virginia care center

A total of 54 residents have come down with the illness over 11 days.

July 10, 2019

Woman had maggots in foot wound after care center left it untreated for months, doctor says

He estimated that the wound was untreated for two months.

June 22, 2019

Are supplements for brain health just a waste of money?

Experts say there’s no firm evidence that supplements can improve memory or cognitive skills as people get older.

June 19, 2019

As US population ages, more elders are subject to physical, sexual and financial abuse

Elder abuse is chillingly widespread and can range anywhere from physical and sexual abuse, to emotional abuse, confinement, stealing money, negligence, and abandonment. And it's slated only to get worse with the aging U.S. population.

June 10, 2019

How long can humans live?

While there have been obvious ups and downs, life expectancy at birth overall has been steadily increasing for many years.

May 14, 2019

'Zombie cells' buildup in your body may play role in aging

Call them zombie cells — they refuse to die.