A new study suggests that people who develop dementia tend to have lower body weight and smaller waist sizes years before their diagnosis. The study,...

Highlights: High HDL cholesterol levels may raise glaucoma risk by 10% Higher LDL cholesterol is linked to an 8%

A new study from Monash University suggests that how fast someone walks and how strong their grip is could be early signs of dementia. These signs may...

A new study from Monash University suggests that regularly eating eggs may help older adults live longer and lower their risk of dying from heart...

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia in older adults. It is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills....

High blood pressure, often called hypertension, is one of the most common health issues affecting older adults. While it may seem like just a number...

A little movement could help prevent dementia, even for frail older adults, suggests a new study led by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg...

New research from the University of Michigan has found that high pollen levels can be more than just a nuisance for allergy sufferers—they may also...

A recent study suggests that taking a small daily dose of aspirin (100 mg) may reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes in older adults....

High HDL ("good" cholesterol) may increase glaucoma risk, while high LDL ("bad" cholesterol) may lower it. Learn about this surprising connection.