A recent report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that many older Americans aren’t getting the recommended amount of physical activity. According...
Dr. Bill Dorfman, a 64-year-old cosmetic dentist in Southern California, prides himself on looking years younger, a characteristic he attributes to good genes and a daily...
Oldest living person, Maria Branyas Morera, dies at age 117 Maria Branyas Morera, the world’s oldest living person, passed away peacefully in her sleep at the...
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By JOHN MAXWELL HAMILTON One of the saddest moments of my life was the day I felt compelled to tell my father that he should give...
As men age, maintaining strong and healthy legs becomes increasingly important for overall mobility, balance, and quality of life. Leg workouts can help prevent muscle loss,...
Artur Debat | Moment | Getty Images The number of centenarians in the U.S. is poised to balloon in coming decades. That longevity poses a big...
Leer en español PHOENIX, Ariz. — Marlene Carrasco takes care of aging adults in their homes, a job she has done for nearly 30 years. The...
As you grow older, your body begins to change quickly—and these changes are challenging to accept. Gaining extra girth around your belly, for instance, is far...
Dwan Young of Fish Haven started skiing when her family bought a cabin on Bear Lake in 1961. Still skiing at 92, she says her husband...