For a variety of reasons, from telomere attrition to epigenetics, our bodies and minds can become less agile over time. This can increase our risk for many diseases and ailments, including Alzheimer's ...

With the global population ageing rapidly, sarcopenia, a condition that affects millions of older adults and severely diminishes their quality of life, is emerging as an urgent public health issue.

Share on Pinterest A commonly prescribed diabetes medication is emerging as a promising treatment for age-related macular degeneration (AMD). George Pachantouris/Getty Images Researchers say the type ...

Research challenges age cut-offs in AML treatment, advocating for flexible, individualized approaches based on continuous age assessment. As patients age, their AML survival worsens, making age a ...

Laryngeal cancer is more common in older adults than in younger people. Age may affect the type of treatment people have and their overall outlook, although other factors also play an important role.

Male health is an important aspect of overall wellness, yet many men overlook early symptoms related to energy levels, hormone balance, and sexual performance. Factors such as aging, stress, poor ...

Today, people over 50 make up the second largest group of South Africa’s HIV-positive population. But as people age, health problems like high blood pressure, heart disease and diabetes rise too, ...