Aging

A new study finds that dementia cases will increase at a much higher rate than expected, with lifetime risk rising to 42 percent after age 55

Bowhead whales were known to live up to 200 years, and a new study finds that southern right whales may live up to age 150 if they aren’t being hunted

From periods of rapid aging in our 40s and 60s to ancient brains that don’t decompose, here are some of the year’s most intriguing stories about human biology

There is a large population of older adults with physical problems that prevent them from leaving home. Many have significant medical and practical needs that go unmet

Harris recently proposed a Medicare plan that would cover at-home health aides and other long-term care services, which could provide much needed relief to older adults and caregivers

Experts explain the differences between popular retinol products and the way they trigger molecular changes deep in the skin

Caring for aging loved ones brings its own set of emotional and physical hurdles. Experts offer guidance on finding support.

Understanding how racism affects aging and the timing of menopause could lead to better screening and preventive care.

Personal stories and research reveal the challenges of family caregiving.

A new study suggests that waves of aging-related changes occur at two distinct points in our life

Brain scan study hints that methods could be developed to detect the earliest stages of neurodegenerative disease

Contrary to stereotypes of the doddering elderly, research shows that half of people older than age 70 stay mentally sharp