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aging well

100-year-olds live even longer now

Death rates for the oldest in our population have been dropping since 2008, CDC report finds.

Exercise can reduce heart failure risk, no matter your age

Even those who start moving later in life could see benefits.

‘Bicycles are no longer children’s toys’

Caution becomes the word of the day as adults roll into the ER with a whole lot of (serious) injuries.

Heart beat indicates later life independence

'Because functional disability develops gradually, it is important to identify it early and take steps to delay decline...'

Get moving! Even light activity can boost seniors’ health

Researchers suggest 300 minutes of weekly activities such as walking or gardening as we age.

Face scans show how fast a person is aging

Images are more reliable than blood tests in determining the toll of time.

Exercise cuts injuries from falls in older women

Keeping strong and flexible may help prevent injury if a tumble occurs.

Golden anniversaries may bring an added special glow

Study sees slight uptick in sexual activity for couples married 50 years or more.

‘Superagers’ seem to have ‘younger’ brains

Their sharp memories at 80 and beyond may provide clues for treating dementia.

‘Mindfulness’ may help ease sleep problems for seniors

Study finds that mind over matter works – at least as far as sleep is concerned.