February 12, 2012: Overeating May Double Risk of Memory Loss: Study
Too many calories could lead to early signs of Alzheimer's, preliminary research suggests

February 10, 2012: More Than 4 Million Americans Have New Knee
And repeat surgery is likely for many younger recipients, researchers predict

February 07, 2012: Heart Failure, Osteoporosis Go 'Hand-in-Hand': Researchers
Cardiac condition raises the risks of falls and may contribute to bone-density loss

February 07, 2012: Risk of Death From Certain Breast Cancers May Rise With Age
Research focused on estrogen-sensitive tumors; undertreatment might play a role, expert says

February 07, 2012: Avoid Window Seats to Cut Risk for In-Flight Blood Clots: Study
Experts say DVTs can strike any immobilized passenger, not just those in economy class

February 07, 2012: Health Tip: When You Can't Hear
How family and friends can help

February 06, 2012: New Criteria Could Change Who Is Diagnosed With Alzheimer's
Expert says many more patients may be told they only have mild cognitive impairment

February 06, 2012: Health Tip: How to Protect Seniors From Injury
Devise a home safety checklist

February 04, 2012: Winter Can Pose Hazards for Seniors
For those with mobility problems, snow and ice can leave them stranded at home

February 03, 2012: Questionnaire Could Help Predict Alzheimer's: Study
21 simple questions may help docs determine which patients need more testing, researchers say

February 02, 2012: Mouse Study Suggests Alzheimer's Spreads Through Brain Like an Infection
If validated, finding might open doors to new therapies, even a vaccine, experts say

February 02, 2012: Same Genes Key to Early & Late-Onset Alzheimer's: Study
Individual risk factors may influence when the brain disorder develops, researchers say

February 01, 2012: Alzheimer's-Linked Brain Plaques May Affect Memory in Healthy People
Research could lead to better understanding of the origins of Alzheimer's

February 01, 2012: Adult Children of Stroke Sufferers May Show Signs of Brain Aging, Too
Offspring may experience physical, mental changes that can precede stroke

January 25, 2012: Optimal Heart Health Starts Early: Study
No risk factors by middle age is 'the fountain of youth for your heart'

January 25, 2012: Men at Higher Risk for Mental Decline That Precedes Alzheimer's
Odds worst for people without college education, study finds

January 23, 2012: Hip Fracture Patients Often Have Other Health Problems
They contribute to lengthier hospital stays, researchers say

January 20, 2012: Breast Cancer Before 50 Linked to More Distress
Personalized treatment might improve health-related quality of life in younger patients

January 20, 2012: Health Tip: Strengthen Your Muscles
And help avoid muscle loss as you age

January 18, 2012: Genes May Guide Intelligence Throughout Life
Some people stay smart as they age in part because of genetic factors, study suggests

January 18, 2012: U.S. Wants to Buttress Alzheimer's Arsenal by 2025
Left unchecked, the number of Alzheimer's patients could triple by 2050, experts say

January 17, 2012: U.S. Wants to Buttress Alzheimer's Arsenal by 2025
Left unchecked, the number of Alzheimer's patients could triple by 2050, experts say

January 17, 2012: Knee Arthritis May Speed Up Process Linked to Cell Aging
People with osteoarthritis have increased cell deterioration nearest to damaged joint, study finds

January 16, 2012: 'Nose Job' May Make You Look a Bit Younger, Too: Study
But several plastic surgeons say psychology may be at work as well

January 11, 2012: Americans Living Longer, Report Finds
Better treatments, screening for many diseases may explain trend, experts say

January 09, 2012: Statins May Boost Diabetes Risk in Older Women
But experts say finding shouldn't spur change in guidelines for the cholesterol-lowering drugs

January 09, 2012: Could Nicotine Patches Help Stave Off Memory Loss?
Older people with mild cognitive impairment saw improvements while using them, researchers report

January 09, 2012: Health Tip: Be Prepared for Skin Changes as You Age
Wrinkles and other imperfections are likely

January 08, 2012: Why Some People Live to 110
'Supercentenarians' appear to have built-in protection against disease, study finds

January 06, 2012: Resolve to Take Colon Cancer Test, Experts Say
Screening can catch precancerous growths at early, treatable stage

January 06, 2012: Mental Decline Can Start at 45, Study Finds
Early lapses in memory, reasoning may signal dementia later in life, researchers say

January 05, 2012: Could Daily Aspirin Harm Seniors' Eyes?
Study found possible association between drug and age-related macular degeneration

January 05, 2012: Heart Failure, Diabetes Might Be Linked by Protein
Although 'p53' helps suppress tumors, new study finds negative effects

January 03, 2012: Older Folks, College Kids Make Decisions Just as Quickly: Study
Finding runs counter to notion that thought processes slow down with age

January 03, 2012: Women's Sexual Satisfaction Often Rises With Age: Study
Desire not main motivation for women sexually active in their 60s, 70s and 80s

January 03, 2012: Changes in Cerebrospinal Fluid May Signal Early Alzheimer's
Study found they preceded actual development of disease by 5 to 10 years

December 28, 2011: Vitamins, Omega-3s May Keep Brain From Shrinking: Study
Healthy seniors with higher levels of certain nutrients did better on thinking tests, researchers say

December 28, 2011: Know the Signs of Alzheimer's
Early diagnosis benefits patients and their families, experts say

December 26, 2011: Health Tip: Learning to Eat With Dentures
Suggestions for making the adjustment

December 23, 2011: Health Tip: Prevent Falls During Holiday Decorating
Suggestions to reduce your risk

December 22, 2011: Most Weight Regained by Older Women Is Fat, Study Finds
Muscle-fat balance changes with yo-yo dieting, experts say

December 22, 2011: Chorus Gives Voice to Those With Alzheimer's
In New York City, people with dementia and their caregivers come together in song

December 21, 2011: Thinner Brains Could Signal Alzheimer's, Study Suggests
But medical value of screening isn't obvious yet

December 21, 2011: Most Sick or Disabled Seniors Want Docs to Say How Long They Have
But very few actually have that conversation, study finds

December 19, 2011: Vitamin D Helps Bone Health Only With Calcium: Report
Government task force held off on specific dose recommendations

December 18, 2011: Extra Help Enhances Holidays for Older Relatives
Some thoughtful preparation can let everyone participate and celebrate

December 13, 2011: 'Body Clock' Might Affect Women's Dementia Risk
Timing of daily physical activity was also linked to odds for mental decline, study found

December 12, 2011: Are Too Many Older People Screened for Cancer?
Debate over testing should weigh health and life expectancy, expert says

December 09, 2011: For Older Runners, the Message Is: Keep Those Legs Pumping
After 60, you still use oxygen efficiently, study finds, but strength declines

December 09, 2011: Health Tip: Should You Still Be Driving?
Older people need to evaluate their skills, experts say