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Could humans live forever one day? A new study says it may be possible

June 29, 2017

Could humans live forever one day? A new study says it may be possible

Good news for those making plans for their 110th birthday: The human lifespan is perhaps far more robust than previously thought.

Walking linked to improved brain function

June 1, 2017

Walking linked to improved brain function

A moderate-intensity walking regimen may reduce symptoms of mild cognitive impairment that are linked to poor blood vessel health in the brain, a small study suggests.

Older adults might be able to stave off arthritis knee pain with fiber

June 1, 2017

Older adults might be able to stave off arthritis knee pain with fiber

Older people who eat the most fiber are at lower risk of developing knee pain and stiffness due to osteoarthritis (OA), new research shows.

Cracking, popping joints may foretell arthritis

May 22, 2017

Cracking, popping joints may foretell arthritis

Grating, cracking or popping sounds around joints may predict future arthritis, especially in the knees, according to a recent U.S. study.

Pets can help owners manage mental illness

May 9, 2017

Pets can help owners manage mental illness

Pets could play an active role in the treatment of their owners' long-term mental health problems, according to authors of a small study in the United Kingdom.

Couple married 69 years dies 40 minutes apart

April 26, 2017

Couple married 69 years dies 40 minutes apart

An Illinois couple married for 69 years died just 40 minutes apart on Saturday after hospital staff arranged for their beds to be brought close together.

Patient's last wish granted: a cigarette and glass of wine

April 11, 2017

Patient's last wish granted: a cigarette and glass of wine

A 75-year-old man received bad news after being admitted to Aarhus University Hospital in Denmark last week, but his nurse did what she could to make his final hours good ones.

Super-agers: The unique traits of older adults with memories sharp as a tack

April 5, 2017

Super-agers: The unique traits of older adults with memories sharp as a tack

Scientists have discovered a new trait unique to a special group of octogenarians who retain a much sharper memory than their peers.

Facial injuries are common in US nursing home residents

March 24, 2017

Facial injuries are common in US nursing home residents

More than 20,000 people living in U.S. nursing homes experienced serious injuries to the face last year, mainly from falling and hitting hard surfaces or while getting in and out of bed, a recent study suggests.

Antioxidant supplements don't lower dementia risk

March 22, 2017

Antioxidant supplements don't lower dementia risk

- Older men who take vitamin E and selenium supplements have the same risk of dementia as people who don't use these products, according to a new study that quashes hopes these antioxidants might prevent cognitive decline.