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Life expectancy study shows many likely to live beyond 90 by 2030

February 22, 2017

Life expectancy study shows many likely to live beyond 90 by 2030

Average life expectancy will rise in many countries by 2030, breaking through 90 years in some places, and policymakers need to make more efforts to plan for it, according to a large international study.

'Fasting-mimicking' diet said to reduce risk factors for aging

February 20, 2017

'Fasting-mimicking' diet said to reduce risk factors for aging

Following a diet that mimics fasting may reduce risk factors for disease in generally healthy people, according to a small study.

More US seniors taking multiple mind-altering drugs

February 17, 2017

More US seniors taking multiple mind-altering drugs

The number of older adults taking at least three prescriptions for psychotropic drugs - which includes opioids, antidepressants, antipsychotics and tranquilizers - has roughly doubled over the past decade, a recent U.S. study suggests.

Weak thigh muscles tied to knee osteoarthritis in women

February 16, 2017

Weak thigh muscles tied to knee osteoarthritis in women

Women with weaker thigh muscles may be more likely to develop knee osteoarthritis, a recent study suggests.

Wide variation in willingness of ER doctors to prescribe painkillers

February 16, 2017

Wide variation in willingness of ER doctors to prescribe painkillers

A national comparison of emergency room physicians has uncovered a broad range of prescribing patterns for painkillers, and high-volume prescribers may be encouraging long-term use of the drugs among their elderly patients.

Sleep tied to sexual activity and satisfaction among older women

February 14, 2017

Sleep tied to sexual activity and satisfaction among older women

Older women who sleep well at night are more likely to have satisfying sex lives, a recent study suggests.

Adults urged to get vaccinated

February 8, 2017

Adults urged to get vaccinated

Too many U.S. adults are not getting vaccinated, putting themselves and others at risk, immunization experts say.

Brain games linked to delayed cognitive decline in elderly

February 1, 2017

Brain games linked to delayed cognitive decline in elderly

Older people who engage in mentally stimulating activities later in life may have a lower risk of developing mild cognitive impairment than their peers who don't challenge their minds, a study suggests.

Elderly face increased disability risk after emergency room visit

January 30, 2017

Elderly face increased disability risk after emergency room visit

Elderly patients who get treated for illnesses or injuries in the emergency department (ED) are at risk of increased disability for up to six months afterward, a recent study suggests.

Your essential Mediterranean diet grocery list

January 25, 2017

Your essential Mediterranean diet grocery list

Ready to try the Mediterranean diet?