Health — Longevity — August 13th, 2026

Fungal age remains elusive as underground networks continually grow, split and recycle
Some of Earth's oldest living organisms may be right beneath our feet: not ancient trees or coral reefs but fungi. Yet despite their ubiquity and importance, scientists still don't know how long most fungi can live—or even how to define their age.
August 13th, 2026 — Source

Mice bred to run three times farther show no fertility or lifespan cost
Being an elite athlete—at least for a mouse—does not shorten lifespan or limit how many children one can have. This is the finding of a study 30 years in the making, and it runs counter to accepted evolutionary theory.
August 13th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — August 7th, 2026

From growth to function: Gene helps human heart cells decide when to mature
Understanding how heart muscle cells stop dividing and acquire the characteristics needed to sustain lifelong cardiac function remains one of the greatest challenges in cardiovascular biology. Leveraging human induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cell technology, a team led by Associate Professor Yoshinori Yoshida (Department of Clinical Application, CiRA, Kyoto University) and Associate Professor Antonio Lucena-Cacace (WPI-PRIMe, The University of Osaka) has identified PRDM16 as an important regulator governing the balance between proliferation and maturation in human iPSC-derived cardiomyocytes.
August 7th, 2026 — Source

Q&A: Medicare spending on clinical care for people aging with HIV projected to rise steeply over next decade
As more Americans with HIV live into older age, Medicare spending on their care is projected to rise dramatically from $10.9 billion in 2026 to $27.3 billion in 2035, with HIV medications accounting for nearly two-thirds of total costs.
August 7th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — August 3rd, 2026

Scientists may have found aging's hidden trigger for brain disease
Scientists have identified a molecular switch that may help explain why aging makes the brain more vulnerable to diseases such as ALS and Huntington's. In worms, the protein EPS8 builds up with age and triggers signaling that encourages toxic proteins to clump together, damaging neurons and shortening lifespan. Reducing EPS8 activity prevented these harmful aggregates and preserved nerve function.
August 3rd, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — July 31st, 2026

Longevity-obsessed millionaire Bryan Johnson wonders whether his bid to live forever has gone too far
His doubts come after an autoimmune diagnosis and claims that humans could live to 500
July 31th, 2026 — Source

Onsite rapid testing leads to decrease in ER visits among long-term care residents
A study led by Sunnybrook Health Sciences Center, Michael Garron Hospital, Humber River Health and the University of Toronto, in partnership with 20 long-term care (LTC) homes across Toronto, has found that onsite rapid testing for respiratory infections results in fewer transfers to the emergency department among LTC residents.
July 31th, 2026 — Source

People with frailty explain what they really want from digital health tools
"Older adults with pre-frailty and frailty are vulnerable to malnutrition, yet they often lack access to tailored, credible and accessible nutrition education," says researcher Adeline Lau, from Flinders University's Caring Futures Institute.
July 31th, 2026 — Source

Q&A: How aging affects cells' recycling centers
Lysosomes, the cell's recycling hubs, are best known for their role in a group of rare inherited conditions called lysosomal storage disorders, where harmful molecules build up inside these compartments. But scientists are increasingly realizing that these organelles play a much broader role in health and disease: Problems with lysosome function are also seen in more common, age-related conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease.
July 31th, 2026 — Source

Reducing protein intake could support healthy aging by reshaping metabolism
Protein-fortified foods are popping up everywhere, from cereal and coffee to even protein water. But a new review covering more than 350 papers on protein restriction and aging—published July 31 in the journal Cell Press Blue—suggests that consuming less protein could have greater health benefits and could, in some cases, extend lifespan. The authors describe how protein restriction slows aging by improving metabolism, changing how cells respond to nutrients, reducing cellular damage and preserving healthy cell function.
July 31th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — July 27th, 2026

A daily multivitamin may help older adults maintain functional health
The ability to perform everyday activities free of debilitating symptoms profoundly affects quality of life as we age. In a new study, older adults who took a daily multivitamin had significantly better measures of functional health after three years than those who took a placebo. According to researchers, the findings suggest a daily multivitamin can help older people maintain day-to-day functioning by helping preserve cognitive abilities, and it may also benefit blood circulation and physical stamina.
July 27th, 2026 — Source or Source

Artificial stomach helps design nutrient-rich protein powders for seniors
New nutrient-rich protein powders to boost the health of active older people are being developed with the help of an artificial stomach at Aberystwyth University.
July 27th, 2026 — Source

Eating within 8 hours may help keep the aging brain sharp
Eating within a shorter daily window may give the aging brain a modest boost beyond weight loss alone.
July 27th, 2026 — Source

Measuring more than recovery: New health care tool for older Australians
Older Australians account for almost half of all hospitalizations and more than half of total patient days, yet there is no consistent way to measure whether this care improves their quality of life beyond clinical outcomes.
July 27th, 2026 — Source

Millions of family caregivers manage complex diets for older relatives—often with little nutritional guidance
My first science experiment was in sixth grade for our county's science fair. Over three months, I tested how my grandfather's blood sugar responded to green leafy vegetables versus brown rice at dinnertime. My mom would prepare traditional South Indian meals, including those foods, and my dad would supervise as I measured and administered insulin and recorded my grandfather's blood sugar levels.
July 27th, 2026 — Source

Slow-maturing microglia may enable powerful human cognitive abilities
Microglia are the most common immune cells in the brain, where they defend against intruders and engulf damaged neurons. Now scientists at Columbia's Zuckerman Institute have for the first time discovered that, just like human neurons, human microglia mature especially slowly compared to those in other animals.
July 27th, 2026 — Source

UC Davis researcher receives grant to study perceived cognitive aging
University of California, Davis Professor of Neurology Sarah Tomaszewski Farias has been awarded a $3.3 million five-year grant from The National Institute on Aging to study if cultural differences affect how people perceive cognitive changes as they age. This perceived cognitive aging is referred to as subjective cognitive decline (SCD).
July 27th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — July 24th, 2026

Scientists find compound that may help muscles stay strong as we age
Skeletal muscle is one of the first tissues to decline with age. This decline can lead to weakness, scarring, fat accumulation inside muscle and the loss of fast-twitch muscle fibers that are important for quick, powerful movements.
July 24th, 2026 — Source or Source or Source

Health — Longevity — July 23rd, 2026

Brain immunity may undergo a major midlife overhaul linked to neuroinflammation
A new study indicates that the immune cell landscape of the hippocampus, a brain region critical for learning and memory, rapidly undergoes substantial remodeling beginning in midlife. This previously unrecognized shift suggests a potential mechanism by which aging may contribute to chronic neuroinflammation commonly observed in neurodegenerative disease.
July 23rd, 2026 — Source or Source

Health — Longevity — July 22nd, 2026

Can AI help doctors have difficult conversations with critically ill patients in end-of-life care?
But given the high-pressure, time-limited nature of emergency rooms, those conversations aren't happening, according to Smit Desai, an assistant professor in the College of Arts, Media and Design at Northeastern University.
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

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Engineered enzyme erases a stubborn mark of aging by up to 70% in human tissue samples
A biotech company called Revel Pharmaceuticals is looking into ways to reverse aging, and the company's science team, along with researchers from the company Calico and the University of Colorado, may be a step closer to realizing the so-called fountain of youth.
July 22nd, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — July 16th, 2026

Breakdown of immune cells' interaction is key driver in aging, study finds
We may age at different rates, but none of us escapes aging. A study in mice and human cells by Stanford Medicine researchers pins much of the blame on a particular type of immune cell's increasing inability, with advancing age, to gobble up another immune cell type.
July 16th, 2026 — Source

Researchers estimate the upper limit of human lifespan determined by somatic mutations
Researchers from Skoltech and co-authors from AIRI have, for the first time, quantitatively assessed how somatic mutations—random DNA changes that accumulate in cells with age—limit the maximum human lifespan.
July 16th, 2026 — Source

Study suggests lipid droplet accumulation is a conserved feature of senescent cells
The study was led by first author Noa Rachmian-Cooper and corresponding author Valery Krizhanovsky from the Department of Molecular Cell Biology, Weizmann Institute of Science, Rehovot, Israel.
July 16th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — July 10th, 2026

Empathy for the optimizers
Clowning on the longevity king is fun, but it ignores why people biohack in the first place.
July 10th, 2026 — Source

Research confirms safety in voluntary assisted dying
The study, published in the journal BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care, analyzed the first six years of experience in Victoria, the first Australian state to make voluntary assisted dying available. The findings, from 2019--2025, show that medication self-administered by patients in Victoria reliably leads to death without the potential complications associated with multi-drug combinations used in other countries. This research offers important reassurance for patients, families and clinicians.
July 10th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — July 9th, 2026

Exploring honey's anti-aging properties in human skin cells
Ongoing research reveals that multifloral honey is a promising candidate for protecting human skin cells from premature aging and cell damage caused by UV radiation, with the potential for future clinical and cosmetic applications.
July 9th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — July 8th, 2026

Bryan Johnson, the millionaire biohacker who wants to live forever, diagnosed with incurable autoimmune disease
He plans to "solve" the condition
July 8th, 2026 — Source

Lower diversity and poorer function of gut bacteria linked to frailty in older women
Researchers at the University of Gothenburg have identified clear links between the composition of gut bacteria and frailty in older women. In cases of high frailty, with an increased risk of illness and death, gut bacterial diversity is lower and function is impaired. The study, published in the journal Nature Communications, is based on a population of 2,081 Swedish women ages 75--80. The study demonstrates that frailty is linked to lower diversity and poorer functional capacity of the gut microbiota. These results are largely confirmed by an independent Chinese cohort comprising 1,448 older men and women.
July 8th, 2026 — Lower diversity and poorer function of gut bacteria linked to frailty in older women
Researchers at the University of Gothenburg have identified clear links between the composition of gut bacteria and frailty in older women. In cases of high frailty, with an increased risk of illness and death, gut bacterial diversity is lower and function is impaired. The study, published in the journal Nature Communications, is based on a population of 2,081 Swedish women ages 75--80. The study demonstrates that frailty is linked to lower diversity and poorer functional capacity of the gut microbiota. These results are largely confirmed by an independent Chinese cohort comprising 1,448 older men and women.
July 8th, 2026 — Source

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New study suggests rural-urban mortality gap comes down to stress, rural infrastructure
Back in the late 1990s, a distressing trend took hold in rural America. At that time, rural and urban mortality rates started to diverge, with rural populations experiencing 9% higher mortality among working-age adults. Unfortunately, the divide has only grown over time. As of 2019, working-age adults in rural areas were 43% more likely to die from natural causes than their urban counterparts, but researchers have struggled to explain this gap.
July 8th, 2026 — Source

What do Sardinia's Blue Zone elders do differently that helps them age so well physically and mentally?
People are living longer than they did at the turn of the 20th century, but living well into old age depends on more than a healthy lifestyle. Scientists say it is also shaped by how we think, adapt and connect with others.
July 8th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — July 2nd, 2026

Psychological stress alters gut microbes and ages blood stem cells, mouse study suggests
Psychological stress is increasingly recognized as a risk factor for certain health conditions, including cardiovascular disease and diabetes, especially when paired with an impaired immune response. In a study in Cell Stem Cell, researchers describe a mechanism in mice that explains this association: Psychological stress speeds aging-like changes in the body's blood-forming stem cells in the bone marrow—called hematopoietic stem cells??by altering the intestinal microbiota.
July 2nd, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — June 28th, 2026

Only one workout helped older adults lose fat without losing muscle
A six-month study of more than 120 adults in their 70s found that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) may offer a key advantage over other forms of exercise: it helped reduce body fat while preserving valuable muscle mass. While moderate and low-intensity workouts also led to some fat loss, only HIIT maintained lean muscle, which becomes increasingly important with age.
June 28th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — June 26th, 2026

Charting palliative care priorities to recognize and support caregivers
Unpaid caregivers need greater recognition and support to continue the care they provide to their families and friends, and researchers have identified priorities outlining how to achieve this. Flinders University's Research Center for Palliative Care, Death and Dying has published a paper that recognizes the increasing demand and reliance on unpaid caregivers to assist in care provision, which leaves them facing high levels of emotional, social, physical and financial burdens.
June 26th, 2026 — Source

Existing drugs could be repurposed for longevity by tapping network of aging-related genes
The quest to prolong life has gone on for as long as human existence itself, from the mythical Fountain of Youth to quick-fix fads like intermittent fasting, supplements and injections. But if you take a look in your medicine cabinet, you may unwittingly come across a drug that holds a key to longevity. Could that nasal spray for your stuffy nose be repurposed to reverse one or more of the processes of aging?
June 26th, 2026 — Source

Faster aging, chronic disease linked to WTC responders with PTSD
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) remains a common condition affecting World Trade Center (WTC) responders 25 years after the attack on the Twin Towers. While the condition is considered mainly psychological, a new study sheds light on changes in the biological processes of WTC patients with PTSD that may explain why PTSD is associated with a variety of chronic diseases that ultimately contribute to aging.
June 26th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — June 23rd, 2026

This natural compound may help boost vaccine responses in older adults
Researchers at NDORMS have found that a naturally occurring compound called spermidine may help improve vaccine responses in some older adults by reducing signs of immune system aging.
June 23rd, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — June 22nd, 2026

People who lift weights live longer: New study
Strength training has long been seen as something you mainly do to build muscle or look good. But a new study adds to a growing body of evidence showing that lifting weights does far more than change how we look. It may help us live longer—even if you don't spend hours each day in the gym.
June 22nd, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — June 20th, 2026

The Light of Life? We actually do glow till our Death, study finds
Living organisms emit a faint light linked to cellular activity that drops significantly after death.
June 20th, 2026 — Source

The over‑50s are most likely to overdose. Here's how older people use drugs
When many of us think about drug overdose, we picture young people at a music festival or people dependent on street heroin. But the latest figures from the Penington Institute show older Australians are increasingly dying from overdoses.
June 20th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — June 19th, 2026

Prehab can boost seniors' recuperation from spinal fusion surgery, trial finds
Prehabilitation can help the elderly recover better and suffer fewer complications from spinal fusion surgery, a new study says.
June 19th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — June 15th, 2026

Blood test estimates biological ages of 11 separate organ systems to predict disease risk years ahead
The candles on your birthday cake don't tell the whole story. As anyone who ever attended a high school reunion can tell you, some people age faster than others.
June 15th, 2026 — Source or Source

Obesity rewrites global heart disease trends, driving rising deaths in midlife and developing nations
The data project more than 1.37 million premature cardiovascular deaths attributed to obesity every year by 2050. The study is the first to analyze a country-by-country, age-stratified map of impact and an evidence-based projection of deaths by 2050 based on the current trajectory.
June 15th, 2026 — Source

Positive aging videos affected women's views of getting older—for the better, study finds
Women who view TikTok videos of others comfortable with their gray hair and laugh lines start to feel more positive about their own aging the more they watch, a new UConn study has found, potentially influencing a woman's ability to age well later in life.
June 15th, 2026 — Source

Robotic rabbit learns users' voices on first greeting, enabling personalized elder care
The Social Robotics Group of the Robotics Lab at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid (UC3M) has developed an AI-based methodology that allows a pet-type assistive robot to recognize the people it interacts with. The prototype, named Mía, is being tested in Madrid City Council day centers for the personalized affective stimulation of elderly people with cognitive decline.
June 15th, 2026 — Source

Sex-dependent depression symptoms reduce healthspan in older adults
Depression is a serious mental health issue that can rob us of joy - and years of healthy living. While we know that depressive symptoms can cut down the remaining years of disability-free living (or "healthspan") in older adults, it was unclear exactly which symptoms could be the culprit. Researchers from Tohoku University, the Tohoku Medical Megabank Organization, and the National Institute of Biomedical Innovation, Health and Nutrition have found that different patterns of depressive symptoms are associated with disability-free survival in community dwelling older adults, and that these associations differ between men and women.
June 15th, 2026 — Source

Single-dose gene therapy extends healthy lifespan in older mice
A research team from the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) has shown that a one-time administration of a gene therapy expressing the metabolic factor FGF21 can prolong health span in old mice. The 27-month pharmacology study, published in Molecular Therapy, shows sustained beneficial effects across multiple endpoints associated with aging and health span.
June 15th, 2026 — Source

This popular brain supplement was linked to shorter lifespans in men
Researchers analyzing data from over 270,000 people found that higher tyrosine levels were consistently linked to shorter lifespans in men.
June 15th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — June 10th, 2026

Biological aging clocks offer insights, not diagnostics
Congdon outlines how aging clocks act as predictive models using physiological data to estimate biological age. While clinical clocks rely on complex biomarkers—such as DNA methylation and circulating plasma proteins—to predict disease morbidity and mortality, consumer wearables instead rely on proxy data like heart rate variability, sleep patterns, and activity levels. Many wearables use photoplethysmography (optical detection of blood volume changes) to passively collect respiratory and cardiovascular data, generating an age estimate known as "PpgAge." However, Congdon warns that these consumer models lack provider insight and risk the oversimplification of complex biological data.
June 10th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — June 7th, 2026

First nonrepeating biological clock discovered in C. elegans guides growth
Imagine a train parked at the station. Passengers climb aboard and find their seats. Conductors move up and down the aisles, checking tickets. But there's a problem—the engineer's watch is broken. As a result, the doors never close, the whistle never sounds, and the train never starts. Something similar occurs in cells when developmental timing is disrupted. Rather than making people late for work, it can mean the difference between maturing into a healthy adult and never growing up at all.
June 7th, 2026 — Source

Lab-grown aging eye model reveals early AMD markers in weeks
The rods and cones in your eyes are responsible for helping you see, but what is responsible for helping them? Retinal pigment epithelium cells are their caretakers, but environmental, genetic and aging factors can strain them and make them less effective. This is known as age-related macular degeneration—a leading cause of blindness.
June 7th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — June 6th, 2026

The supplements older adults actually need and the ones they don't
Supplements are often marketed as shortcuts to better health, but for many older adults, the real issue is whether they have a specific deficiency. Vitamins like B12 and D can play an important role when levels are low, while protein may be one of the most overlooked nutrients for maintaining strength and independence. More isn't always better, though—some supplements can cause harm or interact with medications.
June 6th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — May 29th, 2026

Protein traffic jams may explain aging, memory loss, and Alzheimer's
Scientists at Stanford may have uncovered a hidden reason our brains decline with age. Studying the ultra-short-lived turquoise killifish, researchers discovered that the cellular machinery responsible for building proteins begins to jam and malfunction over time. Tiny structures called ribosomes start colliding and stalling while reading genetic instructions, triggering a chain reaction that leads to faulty proteins and harmful clumps linked to diseases like Alzheimer's.
May 29th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — May 28th, 2026

Unprecedented view inside live stem cells reveals aging process and loss of regenerative capacity
Scientists have developed a powerful new technique that allows them to observe how individual cells manufacture proteins during aging, offering an unprecedented glimpse into the hidden molecular activity of stem cells in living tissue. As a result of the research, conducted at the Institute for Regenerative Medicine in Switzerland, scientists were able to observe aging unfold inside individual epidermal stem cells.
May 28th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — May 22nd, 2026

Scientists warn that current vitamin B12 guidelines may be putting your brain at risk
"Normal" vitamin B12 levels may still leave older adults vulnerable to hidden brain damage and cognitive decline, according to new research.
May 22nd, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — May 21st, 2026

Can engaging in the arts slow aging, as a recent study suggested?
A recent study, published in the journal Innovation in Aging, offers a case in point. The study, led by a team of researchers from UCL, reported that those who engaged in arts and cultural activities more often, and in a wider range of such activities, appeared to be aging more slowly according to certain biological clocks.
May 21st, 2026 — Source

New study shows drinking water filtration systems may add months to lifespan
As more than two billion people worldwide still lack access to safely managed drinking water, new research from the La Follette School of Public Affairs at UW--Madison investigates the effects of early-life exposure to citywide water filtration on longevity in the early 20th century.
May 21st, 2026 — Source

Structured approach to a healthy lifestyle may help slow important aspects of aging
Researchers at Wake Forest University School of Medicine found evidence of slowed aging from lifestyle behaviors like healthy eating and exercise as part of a major clinical trial.
May 21st, 2026 — Source

Structured lifestyle programs may help slow aging in older adults, study finds
Researchers at Wake Forest University School of Medicine found evidence of slowed aging from lifestyle behaviors like healthy eating and exercise as part of a major clinical trial.
May 21st, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — May 15th, 2026

Is cannabis safe after 65? Stanford experts reveal 5 risks older adults should know
Cannabis use among older adults is rising fast, but today's marijuana is far more potent than many people realize — and experts warn the risks may be underestimated. Stanford Medicine specialists say modern cannabis can increase the chances of heart problems, falls, memory issues, dangerous drug interactions, and even addiction, especially for people over 65.
May 15th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — May 14th, 2026

Scientists say a daily multivitamin may help slow aging
A daily multivitamin may help slow biological aging, according to researchers studying older adults in a large clinical trial. After two years, participants taking multivitamins showed slower aging in several DNA-based "epigenetic clocks," with the effect equal to about four months less biological aging. People who started out biologically older than their actual age appeared to benefit the most. The findings hint that a simple supplement could play a role in healthier aging.
May 14th, 2026 — Source

Your address, ancestry and gut may be steering aging in ways medicine has barely begun to map
Researchers at the Stanford School of Medicine have found that ethnicity and geography may influence human molecular makeup—from metabolism and immunity to gut microbiota and biological aging. The findings, published in Cell, illuminate the complex interplay between genetics and the environment, providing insights for researchers and clinicians seeking to better understand health care for diverse populations.
May 14th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — May 11th, 2026

Annual frailty screening recommended for the over 65s
A new framework to prevent and manage frailty in older Australians has been developed in a national project led by University of Queensland researchers. The Australian Consensus Statements are recommendations designed in consultation with health care professionals, older adults with lived experience of frailty, and caregivers across the country.
May 11th, 2026 — Source

In older adults, adding whey protein doesn't make more muscle
Packing in the protein is all the rage. From cereal to pasta to nacho chips and more, food manufacturers are trying to get as much of the stuff into their products as possible, and one of the benefits they tout is that protein increases muscle mass and strength.
May 11th, 2026 — Source

Health — Nanotechnology — May 11th, 2026

Researchers develop body-compatible dermal electrode
Researchers develop a bio-implant with virtually no immune response at the cellular and tissue level.
May 11th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — May 10th, 2026

Cutting calories by 10% to 15% may boost healthy aging without extreme diets
Search the web, and you'll find any number of biohacking techniques for promoting healthy lifespan, from taking cold baths to breathing pressurized oxygen to sleeping under a red light.
May 10th, 2026 — Source

Scientists successfully transfer longevity gene and extend lifespan
Scientists borrowed a longevity secret from naked mole rats — and used it to make mice healthier and live longer.
May 10th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — May 8th, 2026

Adults of all ages can improve brain performance through practice
A landmark study recently published in the Nature Portfolio journal Scientific Reports reveals that cognitive decline is not an inevitable part of aging. Researchers from Center for BrainHealth® at The University of Texas at Dallas have demonstrated that adults across the entire lifespan, from ages 19 to 94, can measurably improve their brain performance through continual and targeted brain-healthy practices.The three-year longitudinal study tracked nearly 4,000 participants using the BrainHealth Index (BHI), a first-of-its-kind multidimensional metric that measures holistic brain fitness. Unlike traditional metrics designed to detect only deficits or disease, the BHI captures upward potential across the composite Index and its three key pillars: clarity (thinking skills), connectedness (social purpose), and emotional balance (mental resilience).
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Why Americans die sooner: Disease and drugs widen US mortality gap
Between 1999 and 2022, the US had substantially higher death rates than other wealthy nations, largely due to cardiovascular disease, metabolic diseases (including diabetes), Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, and drug and alcohol complications. Policies are needed to address the underlying health, social, and economic conditions that increase Americans' risk of developing these diseases.
May 8th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — May 7th, 2026

Feeling regret? Your feelings may mellow as you age
Older adults report fewer recent regrets than younger adults, finds research published in the journal Emotion. In addition, although older and younger adults report a similar number of long-term regrets, older adults experience less anger and frustration when they think about those mistakes and missed chances. The research highlights how both age and time shape our emotional responses to past decisions.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Garlic-derived compound shows potential to improve muscle health during aging
Can a compound derived from a common kitchen ingredient help support muscle health during aging? A new study suggests it can. The study reveals that S-1-propenyl-L-cysteine (S1PC), a bioactive compound found in aged garlic extract, shows potential anti-aging effects. S1PC promotes inter-organ communication between fat tissue and the brain, ultimately enhancing muscle strength, pointing to its potential in improving muscle frailty in aged individuals.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Nature-based group activities benefit older adults living in care homes
Nature-based group activities can reduce loneliness, improve sleep and cognition, and increase a sense of connection to nature in older adults living in care homes.
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Opioid overdose survivors face higher risk of death than previously thought, study finds
After an emergency department visit for an opioid overdose, 9% of individuals died and 21% experienced a repeat opioid overdose in the following year, according to a new study from ICES and the Center for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH).
May 7th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — May 4th, 2026

Aging well in a digital world
As Australia and the world face rapidly aging populations, technology is increasingly promoted as the answer to helping older people live safely, independently and well—but experts warn that innovation alone is not enough.
May 4th, 2026 — Source

How to make public spaces accessible, safe and attractive for an aging population
To be truly inclusive, public outdoor spaces must meet the needs of the entire population, regardless of age, physical ability or mobility.
May 4th, 2026 — Source

Managing weight may slow brain aging within two years, 24-year data suggest
Cognitive decline is a normal process. As people age, it often becomes harder to remember things and think as clearly as when they were younger. In otherwise healthy adults, these changes are gradual and subtle.
May 4th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — April 27th, 2026

This hidden kind of stress may be damaging your memory as you age
A new study reveals that internalizing stress—especially feelings of hopelessness—may significantly speed up memory decline in older Chinese Americans. Surprisingly, factors like community support didn't show the same impact. Researchers say cultural pressures and stereotypes may cause emotional struggles to go unnoticed and untreated. The findings suggest that targeted, culturally sensitive stress relief could play a powerful role in preserving cognitive health.
April 27th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — April 24th, 2026

Sudden deaths rose 30% across Europe in a decade, with sharper increase among women
From 2010 to 2020, there were over 2.5 million sudden deaths—natural unexpected deaths occurring within one hour of symptoms starting—in 26 European countries, suggests a new study published in The Lancet Regional Health—Europe.
April 24th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — April 23rd, 2026

These 80-year-olds have the memory of 50-year-olds. Scientists now know why
SuperAgers are proving that sharp memory can last a lifetime—and may hold the key to stopping dementia.
April 23rd, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — April 21st, 2026

AI predicts retinal age to identify early signs of biological aging
There may be some truth to the saying "the eyes are the window to the soul." Age-related changes are reflected in the retina, the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye. Recent research shows that a photo of the retina may also reveal potential risks for major diseases like diabetes. A research group led by Professor Toru Nakazawa at the Tohoku University Graduate School of Medicine has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) model that estimates "retinal age," an indicator reflecting an individual's biological aging, from a single fundus photograph of the retina.
April 21st, 2026 — Source

Oral bacteria can reveal your true biological age and health risks
A simple oral rinse may hold the key to measuring how fast you are aging, offering a noninvasive way to flag early risks of frailty, kidney decline, and life-threatening diseases.
April 21st, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — April 13th, 2026

Scientists were wrong about lifespan. Your genes matter way more than we thought
Your lifespan might be written in your DNA far more than anyone realized.
April 13th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — April 11th, 2026

Injectable peptides are the new anti‑aging trend. But what evidence do we have they're safe for humans?
Injectable peptides are the new anti-aging trend sweeping the beauty industry. These compounds are promoted on social media as tools for skin repair, collagen production and "cellular rejuvenation." They are widely available online from overseas sellers, despite many peptides being unregulated in Australia.
April 11th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — April 8th, 2026

Split shift: A surprising twist in the biology of aging
A new Yale study of flatworms, a species with the unique ability to regenerate, reveals that disruptions in the body's internal map of cellular organization may play a part in age-related decline.
April 8th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — April 3rd, 2026

Losing a parent hits harder with fewer siblings
Losing a parent in adulthood can take a measurable toll on mental health, and new research suggests that having siblings may ease that burden in ways we are only beginning to understand.
April 3rd, 2026 — Source

Study shows how environmental factors accelerate biological age of the brain
The latest findings from the Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI) at Trinity College Dublin identify important brain health implications for prevention, public health, and policy.
April 3rd, 2026 — Source or Source

Health — Longevity — March 24th, 2026

Well-fed penguins live longer but age faster—much like modern humans
In public discourse, the increasing lifespan in Western countries is often linked to longer life in good health. However, studying human aging in modern societies is complex because outcomes are shaped by numerous social, behavioral, and environmental factors, including medical advances, food security, poverty, alcohol use, and civil violence.
March 24th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — March 22nd, 2026

Is your brain aging faster than you are? Sleep may hold the key
A machine-learning analysis of brain waves recorded during sleep may help identify people at high risk of developing dementia, according to a study led by UC San Francisco and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston. The study found that when a person's "brain age," estimated from sleep signals using EEG, exceeded their actual age, the risk of dementia increased.
March 22nd, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — March 20th, 2026

GLP-1 microdosers are chasing longevity
Research hasn't yet caught up to the hype
March 20th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — March 18th, 2026

Long dismissed in adult health, the thymus may be critical for longevity and cancer treatment
Two new studies from investigators at Mass General Brigham challenge a decades-old assumption that the thymus, an organ best known for its role in establishing immune function in childhood, becomes irrelevant in adulthood. Using artificial intelligence (AI) to analyze routine CT scans, researchers uncovered that adults with a healthy thymus had increased longevity and reduced risk for cardiovascular disease and cancer.
March 18th, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — March 12th, 2026

Biological sign pinpoints 'fast agers' at high risk of kidney disease
A new study led by Federation University researchers has identified a specific biological signature within the human kidney that could hold the key to predicting and managing age-related organ failure. The research shows that the shortening of telomeres within kidney cells, coupled with specific chemical changes to DNA, may contribute to the development of nephrosclerosis—the hardening and scarring of kidneys often associated with aging and a major contributor to chronic kidney disease (CKD).
March 12, 2026 — Source

Capsule technology opens new window into individual cells
Researchers developed a capsule-based method to analyse the same cell across multiple experiments, overcoming a key limitation and enabling new single-cell disease studies.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Nanogel gives stem cells room to breathe
Nanogel integrated spheroids increase cell retention and repair injured swallowing muscles.
March 12, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — March 5th, 2026

Teenage aggression linked to faster biological aging and health risks later in life
Teens who frequently lash out at others may face lasting physical health consequences later in life, according to research published by the American Psychological Association. The study found that aggressive behavior in early adolescence is linked to faster biological aging and higher body mass index (BMI) by age 30.
March 5, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — March 3rd, 2026

Specific protein and sugar molecules affected by aging and disease identified
Neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's disease (AD) are typically diagnosed after irreversible pathology has developed. Aging, the strongest risk factor, drives molecular changes that predispose the brain to synaptic dysfunction and proteinopathy (neurodegenerative diseases characterized by the abnormal folding, aggregation, and accumulation of specific proteins within neurons or brain tissues).
March 3, 2026 — Source

Study links gut microbiome health directly to ovarian aging processes
A new study details how fecal transplants from older female mice significantly improve ovarian function and fertility in young mice. The surprising results reveal a direct link between the microbiome (the collection of all bacteria and other microbes present) of the gut and ovarian health and function.
March 3, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — March 2nd, 2026

Long-living wild mouse may hold secret to healthy aging
When it comes to health, some of our animal neighbors have extraordinary advantages. Ostriches, for example, are highly resistant to viruses, while sharks rarely develop cancer. And species like naked mole rats and bowhead whales live for astonishingly long periods of time, decades and centuries, respectively.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Low‑dose oral lithium may help slow the decline of verbal memory, trial suggests
Lithium-a decades-old treatment for bipolar disorder-may hold potential neuroprotective benefits beyond mood stabilization.
March 2, 2026 — Source or Source

Mitochondria mania: Can supercharging your cells help you live longer?
"Longevity science" is on the come up—and "mitochondria" appears to be its newest mascot. The cell's energy-producing center is the talk of TikTok, wellness clinics and newsletters focused on longevity. Influencers peddle NAD⁺ supplements, which are marketed as a mitochondria-focused must-take daily elixir to boost metabolism and slow aging.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Physicians have modestly higher likelihood of dying at home or hospice, finds study
Physicians are modestly more likely to die at home or hospice compared with other highly educated occupational groups, other health care practitioners, and the general population, according to a brief report published online Feb. 24 in the Annals of Internal Medicine.
March 2, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — February 24th, 2026

AI develops easily understandable solutions for unusual experiments in quantum physics
Researchers once struggled to understand unconventional solutions developed by artificial intelligence. A new approach leads to faster and better understanding.
February 24, 2026 — Source

AI provides a more precise time of death post-mortem
Artificial intelligence can be used to provide a more precise time of death, which could be crucial in murder investigations. The method was developed by researchers at Linköping University and the Swedish National Board of Forensic Medicine who have trained an AI model on metabolites in thousands of blood samples from real deaths. "Death is a strong biological signal," says Rasmus Magnusson, postdoctoral fellow at the Department of Biomedical Engineering, IMT, at Linköping University, who led the study published in Nature Communications in which AI is used to determine the time of death.
February 24, 2026 — Source

Engineered immune therapy could help fight brain aging
Researchers with the Knight Initiative for Brain Resilience have modified a well-known immune protein to spark the growth of new neurons, ease brain inflammation, and improve cognition in old mice.
February 24, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — February 17th, 2026

Ending things on your own terms will soon be a little easier, but rural challenges remain
Victoria's Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) Act came into effect in 2019. Initially erring on the side of caution, the VAD Act has recently been revised to be more accessible. While death is a sensitive topic for many, these changes are an important move towards people with terminal illnesses gaining autonomy over their lives by removing the barriers and obstacles often involved in seeking relief of suffering on their own terms.
February 17, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — February 15th, 2026

This planet friendly diet could cut your risk of early death by 23%
A planet-friendly Nordic diet may slash your risk of early death by nearly 25%.
February 15, 2026 — Source

Your morning coffee might protect your brain as you age. Here's the sweet spot
Scientists have found that drinking two to three cups of coffee a day may significantly reduce your risk of developing dementia, but drinking more won't help protect your brain any further.
February 15, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — February 12th, 2026

Can NAD Plus Supplements Reverse the Aging Process? We Asked Actual Doctors
NAD+ supplements have gained popularity for their purported anti-aging benefits, but do those pros outweigh potential cons?
February 12, 2026 — Source

Research: Older adults' living setups vary by race, sex
A new study co-authored by Yale sociologist Emma Zang reveals stark racial, ethnic, and sex disparities in the marital status and living arrangements of older adults in the United States. Using a novel analytical method, Zang and her co-authors estimated the number of years past the age of 50 that people spend in different marital and living arrangements, and how the durations of these circumstances differ by race, ethnicity, and sex.
February 12, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — February 4th, 2026

Life expectancy study reveals the dangers of 'model minority' stereotype
The "model minority" myth holds that certain ethnic groups—for example, Asian Americans—are well-educated, hardworking, prosperous, and healthy. But a recent University of Toronto study examining life expectancy among Asian Americans suggests that this perception is just that: a myth. Lead author Hui Zheng, a demographer and social epidemiologist who is a professor in U of T's department of sociology in the Faculty of Arts & Science, said the increase in life expectancy of Asian Americans has either slowed or reversed compared to non-Hispanic white Americans between 2000 and 2022.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Pigs and grizzlies, not monkeys, hold clues to youthful human skin
The secret to youthful appearance and repairing scars may lie in a microscopic skin structure humans share with pigs and grizzly bears—but, surprisingly, not monkeys.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Rapid zebrafish model mimics muscle aging and sarcopenia
As people age, muscles naturally lose mass and strength, a condition known as sarcopenia. The decline can make everyday activities harder and increases the risk of falls, disability and early death.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Study shows that key protein can slow aging
The United States is a rapidly aging country. By the year 2050, nearly 1 in 4 Americans will be 65 or older, and many will live into their 90s and beyond. This leads to health care and social support concerns and also begs the question: What is the quality of life in those later years?
February 4, 2026 — Source

The healthy aging brain: How astrocytes store defective glycogen without harming memory
An international research team has uncovered new insights into healthy brain aging. The researchers found that aging leads to the accumulation of defective energy molecules in the brains of aged mice, like humans, and identified the responsible genetic sequence. Importantly, no evidence was found that this accumulation would impair brain function, highlighting that age-related brain changes are not necessarily harmful.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Where are Europe's oldest people living? What geography tells us about a fragmenting continent
For over a century and a half, life expectancy has steadily increased in the wealthiest countries. Spectacular climbs in longevity have been noted in the 20th century, correlating with the slump in infectious illnesses and advances in cardiovascular medicine.
February 4, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — February 2nd, 2026

How aging changes rats' social choices and what that may mean for healthy aging
The loss of social connectedness as people age increases the odds of cognitive-related disorders and can worsen health outcomes in older populations. But is there a direct relationship between social behavior and cognition? Subhadeep Dutta Gupta, Peter Rapp, and colleagues, from the National Institute on Aging, developed a rat model to probe social cognition in the aging brain.
February 2, 2026 — Source

How early pregnancy impacts aging: Implications for breast-cancer risk
A new study by cell biologists at the University of California, Santa Cruz, suggests that an early first pregnancy may protect against breast cancer decades later by preventing age-related changes in breast cells that are linked to tumor formation. Using a mouse model designed to mimic human aging and reproductive history, researchers found that pregnancy fundamentally alters how mammary tissue ages—reducing the buildup of abnormal cells that have the ability to change their identity in a way that could seed cancer in later life.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Overweight and obesity-linked cardiovascular deaths increasing in young Australians, study finds
Higher rates of death among younger Australians from cardiovascular disease has been linked to being overweight or obese, a new study shows.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Your genes matter more for lifespan now than they did a century ago: Here's why
How much do your genes determine how long you'll live? It's a question that fascinates us, and one that's been debated for decades. For years, the answer seemed settled—genes account for about 20--25% of the variation in human lifespan, with the rest down to lifestyle and environment.
February 2, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — February 1st, 2026

Americans still expect families to shoulder most elder care, research finds
Americans believe that the family as a whole—especially a spouse or partner—is responsible for caring for an older adult. Biological and stepchildren have the next highest levels of obligation, according to a new University of Michigan study. Even though with lighter responsibilities, many believe that lifelong friends should also pitch in.
February 1, 2026 — Source

Anticipating aging-related mental decline using saliva samples and AI
As humans age beyond early adulthood, their physical and mental functions tend to slowly worsen over time. One of the most common sources of severe mental decline in older adults are neurodegenerative diseases, conditions characterized by the progressive loss of neurons in the brain or peripheral nervous system.
February 1, 2026 — Source

Middle age is becoming a breaking point in the U.S.
For many Americans, midlife is no longer a plateau—it's a pressure point.
February 1, 2026 — Source

Rethinking longevity: Genes account for 50% of human lifespan variation, study suggests
What determines how long we live—and to what extent is our lifespan shaped by our genes? Surprisingly, for decades, scientists believed that the heritability of human lifespan was relatively low compared to other human traits, standing at just 20--25%; some recent large-scale studies even placed it below 10%.
February 1, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — January 31st, 2026

Human life span found to be far more heritable than previously believed
An analysis of twin cohort data suggests that human life span is far more heritable than previously believed. The findings of the analysis show that once deaths from external factors, such as accidents or infectious disease, are accounted for, genetics may explain ~50% of how long we live. "[T]he study ... has important consequences for aging research," write Daniela Bakula and Morten Scheibye-Knudsen in a related Perspective. "A substantial genetic contribution strengthens the rationale for large-scale efforts to identify longevity-associated variants, refine polygenic risk scores, and link genetic differences to specific biological pathways that regulate aging."
January 31, 2026 — Source

Small improvements in sleep, physical activity and diet are linked with a longer life
We may not need to completely overhaul our lives to live healthier for longer, according to a large UK-based study. This is welcome news, particularly as many people will already have abandoned their New Year's resolutions.
January 31, 2026 — Source

Sprint or marathon? Aging muscle stem cells shift from rapid repair to long-term survival
Aging muscles heal more slowly after injury—a frustrating reality familiar to many older adults. A UCLA study conducted in mice reveals an unexpected cause: Stem cells in aged muscle accumulate higher levels of a protein that slows their ability to activate and repair tissue, but helps the cells survive longer in the harsh environment of aging tissue.
January 31, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — January 30th, 2026

A nerve-based approach to helping older adults bounce back after surgery
After surgery, some older adults don't simply recover—they unravel. Confusion, inattention, and agitation can set in, a condition known as postoperative delirium. For patients already living with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, the episode can mark a turning point, accelerating long-term cognitive decline. Despite its prevalence, there are no FDA-approved treatments to prevent delirium after surgery.
January 30, 2026 — Source

'Are You Dead?' China's viral app reveals a complex reality of solo living and changing social ties
A Chinese personal safety app called Are You Dead?—recently rebranded as Demumu—has gone viral in recent weeks, attracting widespread media attention.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Research uncovers trade-offs in aging muscle stem cell functionality
Aging muscles heal more slowly after injury - a frustrating reality familiar to many older adults.
January 30, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — January 19th, 2026

Brain structure changes linked to adaptability decline in aging adults
As people age, structural brain changes influence their ability to adapt to the environment. New from eNeuro, Tatiana Wolfe and colleagues at the University of Arkansas characterized changes in the brain across two periods of adulthood that may correspond to changes in adaptive behavior.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Exploring why adapting to the environment is more difficult as people age
As people age, structural brain changes influence their ability to adapt to the environment. Tatiana Wolfe and colleagues at the University of Arkansas characterized changes in the brain across two periods of adulthood that may correspond to changes in adaptive behavior. They have published their findings in eNeuro.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Small daily changes linked to dramatically longer lives
Two separate studies suggest that minor lifestyle changes can lead to a longer life. One Norwegian-led team estimated that adding five min/day of moderate-to-vigorous intensity physical activity and reducing daily sedentary time by 30 min/day might prevent a proportion of deaths under high-risk and population-based approaches.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Study finds early measure of overall health may predict future memory problems in older adults
New research suggests that a person's overall physical and mental abilities, known as intrinsic capacity, may help predict future cognitive decline.
January 19, 2026 — Source

Super agers' resilience against Alzheimer's disease linked to protective gene variant
The gene variant posing the greatest genetic risk of late-onset Alzheimer's disease (AD) is called APOE-ε4. A different variant of the same gene, APOE-ε2, is thought to confer protection against AD.
January 19, 2026 — Source

When aging affects the young: Surveys reveal the weight of caregiving on teenagers
Caregiving in the modern era is challenging for even the most prepared adults. So, what happens when this burden falls on children?
January 19, 2026 — Source or Source

Health — Longevity — January 9th, 2026

CES 2026 was awash in bodily fluids
It all boils down to metabolism and longevity.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Pharmacists and female pharmacy technicians face higher suicide risk, study shows
A new national study led by researchers from University of California San Diego Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences reveals that pharmacists and female pharmacy technicians face a significantly higher risk of suicide compared to their counterparts in the general population.
January 9, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — January 8th, 2026

ICSA 2025: Infection's role in cellular senescence, inflammation, and aging
A new meeting report was published in Volume 17, Issue 12 of Aging-US on December 23, 2025, titled "Cellular senescence meets infection: highlights from the 10th annual International Cell Senescence Association (ICSA) conference, Rome 2025."
January 8, 2026 — Source

People as young as 50 can need a hip replacement. Here's everything you need to know about this common surgery
Around 117,000 people living in England and Wales had a hip replacement in 2024. Although hip replacements are often thought of as a surgery that mainly older people need, reports from previous years show that around 43% of these operations are done in people aged 50 to 69 years old.
January 8, 2026 — Source

People in Brazil are living past 110 and scientists want to know why
Brazil's supercentenarians are exposing hidden genetic and immune secrets that may redefine what it means to age—and survive—exceptionally.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Study links low lycopene intake to higher risk of severe gum disease in older adults
A new study has found that insufficient dietary lycopene intake is associated with a significantly higher risk of severe periodontitis among U.S. adults ages 65 to 79, with differences in risk patterns observed across race and sex. The research was published in The Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging.
January 8, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — January 7th, 2026

Blood test reveals risk of multimorbidity in older adults
Living with several chronic diseases at once, what is known as multimorbidity, is common among older people and puts a considerable strain on both the individual and health care services. A collaborative study led by researchers at the Aging Research Center of Karolinska Institutet has now identified a small number of blood biomarkers that can predict the risk of multimorbidity. The study included more than 2,200 individuals from the general Stockholm population, Sweden, above the age of 60.
January 7, 2026 — Source or Source

Genetic study reveals how DNA repeats expand with age
An analysis of genetic data from over 900,000 people shows that certain stretches of DNA, made up of short sequences repeated over and over, become longer and more unstable as we age. The study found that common genetic variants can speed up or slow down this process by up to fourfold, and that certain expanded sequences are linked to serious diseases including kidney failure and liver disease.
January 7, 2026 — Source

Homeless shelters for seniors pop up, catering to older adults' medical needs
Just outside Salt Lake City sits an old, two-story, brick hotel. It's been given new life as a homeless shelter for seniors. The Medically Vulnerable People shelter — or MVP shelter, as it's known — is for people 62 and older or for younger adults with chronic health issues.
January 7, 2026 — Source or Source

Microglia help protect the spinal cord from age-related damage
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet have discovered that the nervous system's own immune cells help protect the spinal cord from age-related damage. The results, which may contribute to new knowledge about how certain neurological diseases arise, are published in the journal Nature Neuroscience.
January 7, 2026 — Source or Source

Health — Longevity — January 6th, 2026

NuraLogix Longevity Mirror offers health insights from your reflection
NuraLogix has unveiled its Longevity Mirror, a smart mirror that analyzes a short selfie video to estimate various health metrics, including heart rate, blood pressure, and physiological age. While the tech shows promise, it comes at a steep price with added subscription costs.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Why are older adults more likely to share misinformation online?
Older adults tend to do well at identifying falsehoods in experiments, but they're also likelier than younger adults to like and share misinformation online.
January 6, 2026 — Source

Health — Longevity — January 5th, 2026

How low can you go (and still build muscle)? Why strength training matters at any age
Getting out of a chair shouldn't be a struggle. Yet for many older adults, simple everyday movements like this become increasingly difficult as our muscles break down and weaken with age, a process called sarcopenia. The consequences build quietly: trouble climbing stairs, more hospital visits and, eventually, losing the ability to live independently.
January 5, 2026 — Source

Scientific validity of Blue Zones longevity research confirmed
A new paper published in The Gerontologist provides the most comprehensive scientific response to date addressing recent critiques of the so-called "Blue Zones," regions of the world known for unusually high concentrations of people living long, healthy lives.
January 5, 2026 — Source

This Longevity Mirror Predicts Your Future Health in 30 Seconds Flat
All it takes is a selfie to learn your health data and how well you're aging.
January 5, 2026 — Source or Source

Health — Longevity — December 19th, 2025

Helping others for a few hours a week may slow brain aging
A few hours a week helping others could help keep your brain younger for years.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Scientists found a new way to slow aging inside cells
Making the cell's power plants run more efficiently helped mice live longer, stay fitter, and age more slowly.
December 19, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — December 15th, 2025

Age-related hearing loss, tinnitus linked to worse quality of life
Age-related hearing loss (ARHL) and tinnitus are associated with worse physical, psychological, and social health, according to a study published online in Frontiers in Public Health.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Link between falls and vision tied to the home environment in older adults
Shu Xu, Ph.D., from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and colleagues used data from the National Health and Aging Trends Study to identify 4,648 community-dwelling older adults who completed visual function tests and the home environment instrument in 2022. Differences in visual function, home environmental hazards, and falls were assessed.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Persistent inflammation in older adults tied to GDF3 protein signaling
As people age, their bodies develop a dysfunctional immune system, which can leave older adults more susceptible to conditions like sepsis. New research from University of Minnesota researchers reveals how certain immune cells, known as macrophages, stay locked in an inflammatory state during aging in preclinical models.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Personality traits are powerful predictors of risk of death
A study from the University of Limerick analyzing almost six million person-years of data has revealed that personality traits are linked to longevity and risk of death.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Social connections slow aging in dolphins, echoing patterns seen in humans
Male bottlenose dolphins that form friendships age more slowly than loners, new research shows.
December 15, 2025 — Source

These simple habits could make your brain 8 years younger, study finds
New research shows that your brain's "true age" can shift dramatically depending on how you live, with optimism, restorative sleep, stress management, and strong social support acting like powerful anti-aging tools. Using advanced MRI-based brain-age estimates, scientists found that people with multiple healthy lifestyle factors had brains up to eight years younger than expected — even among those living with chronic pain.
December 15, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — December 12th, 2025

Abdominal obesity and muscle loss increase the risk of death by 83% after age 50, study finds
A study by researchers at the Federal University of São Carlos (UFSCar) in Brazil, in partnership with University College London (UCL) in the United Kingdom, concluded that the combination of abdominal fat and muscle loss increases the risk of death by 83%, compared to people without these conditions.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Many older Americans don't see themselves as disabled, survey finds
Americans may be getting older and need help doing things that were once routine, but a new survey finds only a fraction of seniors see themselves as having a disability.
December 12, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — December 11th, 2025

Sitting for long stretches raises heart and diabetes risks in older people
pending too long sitting raises the risk of heart disease and diabetes in people over 60, warns a major global review.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Tea linked to stronger bones in older women, while coffee may pose risks
A new study from Flinders University offers insight into how two of the world's most popular beverages, coffee and tea, may influence bone health in older women.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Time banks could ease the burden of elder care and promote connection
Time banking, a system where individuals exchange services using time credits, may help address key challenges in elder care, including high costs, limited caregiver availability, and social isolation. This approach can make care more affordable, recognize often-overlooked forms of support, and foster community connections, though sustaining participation and reciprocity remain challenges.
December 11, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — December 3rd, 2025

Age-related muscle wasting tied to cell recycling defect
Two related studies published today in Nature Metabolism show that a specialized intracellular recycling mechanism—chaperone-mediated autophagy (CMA)—is essential for muscle health.
December 3, 2025 — Source

People with dyspraxia are at high risk of falling—and it's too often overlooked
For many people with dyspraxia, falling is not an accident but a daily reality. It begins in childhood, shaping confidence and independence, and often continues throughout adult life.
December 3, 2025 — Source

Prehabilitation can improve recovery after surgery, but barriers remain
A large clinical trial published in JAMA Surgery shows that prehabilitation (also called prehab) can reduce disability after surgery in older adults with frailty, provided they are able to fully take part in the prehab program.
December 3, 2025 — Source or Source

Health — Longevity — November 29th, 2025

Hidden blood molecules show surprising anti-aging power
Scientists have identified new anti-aging compounds produced by a little-studied blood bacterium. These indole metabolites were able to reduce inflammation, oxidative stress, and collagen-damaging activity in skin cell cultures. Three of the compounds, including two never seen before, showed particularly strong effects. The findings hint at a surprising new source for future skin-rejuvenation therapies.
November 29, 2025 — Source

Tracking with care: The ethics of using location tracking technology with people living with dementia
Imagine you're 83 years old, living with dementia in a long-term care home. Lately, your caregivers keep asking you to wear a bracelet on your wrist 24/7. They say it's for your safety, so they can locate you quickly when needed.
November 29, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — November 26th, 2025

Can your driving patterns predict cognitive decline?
"Early identification of older drivers who are at risk for accidents is a public health priority, but identifying people who are unsafe is challenging and time-consuming," said study author Ganesh M. Babulal, Ph.D., OTD, of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Study suggests that many older women use sex toys to promote orgasm, which may promote positive health outcomes
Although research on sexuality in older adults has been growing in recent years, most of the studies are focused on partnered sexual activity and not on solo sexual behavior, including masturbation or the use of sex toys.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Switching wheelchairs in nursing homes may raise odds of dangerous fractures
Properly matching wheelchairs to the physical capabilities of residents requiring long-term care is critical for maintaining safety and mobility.
November 23, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — November 21st, 2025

New report outlines skills needed to thrive in an era of extended lifespans
To take maximum advantage of the added days, months, and years people enjoy because of modern health care and healthier habits, they need to achieve competency in several areas necessary for longer lives, states a new Gerontological Society of America report, "Health and Wealth in the Era of Longevity."
November 21, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — November 20th, 2025

Aged blood vessel cells drive metabolic diseases, preclinical study suggests
Aged, or senescent, blood vessel cells contribute to metabolic dysfunction and inflammation, promoting conditions such as diabetes. Removing these cells in obese mice reduced inflammation, fat mass, and improved blood glucose. Treatment with the senolytic compound fisetin decreased senescent blood vessel cells and improved metabolic health in both mice and human tissue samples.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Aging alters the protein landscape in the brain—diet can counteract it, say researchers
As we age, the composition and function of proteins in the brain change, affecting how well our brain performs later in life—influencing memory, responsiveness, and the risk of neurodegenerative diseases.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Crohn's disease treatment guidance is streamlined as new therapies expand options
The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) has released a comprehensively updated clinical guideline on the pharmacological management of moderate-to-severe Crohn's disease. The new guideline uses cutting-edge network meta-analyses to recommend prescribing medications based on patients' prior treatments for moderate-to-severe Crohn's disease.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Dehydration and other age-related conditions following major surgery linked to worse outcomes for older adults
Older adults who develop a new geriatric syndrome—such as dehydration, delirium, or malnutrition—after major surgery face a dramatically higher risk of poor outcomes, including more complications, fewer days spent at home, and a significantly increased likelihood of dying within a year, according to findings published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons.
November 20, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — November 7th, 2025

How diet affects aging metabolism differently for men and women
Researchers have uncovered striking sex-based differences in how diet influences metabolism with age, revealing that plant proteins and whole grains enhance men's insulin sensitivity, while moderate wine consumption benefits women.
November 7, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — November 6th, 2025

Palliative care and hospice poll reveals major gaps
A new poll reveals large gaps in older adults' knowledge about two types of care that could help them or their loved ones cope with a major illness or the end of life: palliative care and hospice.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Social gender norms deepen elderly care burdens for Thai women
As Thailand has experienced a rapid increase in its elderly population, a new study published in World Development has found that "social gender norms"—shared beliefs about how "altruistic" women or men should be in society—are overburdening women in the country with elderly care.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Why older mice have smaller offspring—and how sex may play a role
A study by University of Manchester scientists has revealed some of the mechanisms which may explain why older mice are more likely to give birth to offspring that have not grown to their full potential in the womb.
November 6, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — November 5th, 2025

Chaperone-mediated autophagy prevents loss of brown adipose tissue activity during aging
Chaperone-mediated autophagy (CMA) supports brown adipose tissue (BAT) activity by degrading proteins that repress thermogenesis. During aging, CMA declines, leading to reduced BAT function and impaired metabolic health. Pharmacological activation of CMA in aged animal models preserves BAT activity and improves metabolism, suggesting a potential strategy to counteract age-related metabolic disorders.
November 5, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — October 31st, 2025

A hidden blood molecule may hold the secret to healthy aging and long life
Scientists discovered that a blood molecule called CtBP2 may play a major role in how we age. It helps regulate metabolism and appears to link aging across the entire body. Lower levels are tied to poor health and faster aging, while higher levels are found in longer-living people. The finding could lead to simple blood tests that reveal how healthy or "young" your body really is.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Don't Let Your Eyes Age Faster Than You. An Expert Shares 4 Secrets to Keep Them Young
If you want to protect your vision, these are the four simple habits you should start today.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Restoring youthful microvascular function to aging skin
The New York University School of Medicine and collaborators found that capillary-associated macrophages in skin decline with age, weakening microvascular repair and reducing perfusion in mice, with skin restoration possible after boosting local macrophage renewal with a growth factor treatment.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Want to Stay Active as You Age? These Exercises Can Help
These exercises can help you stay mobile, active and engaged.
October 31, 2025 — Source

What to know about tinnitus and other hearing problems
Susan Bianco, an 87-year-old from Lancaster, realized she was losing her hearing when she found herself constantly asking her husband to repeat himself. She was also struggling during phone calls and social events.
October 31, 2025 — Source

When death knocks: Study explores life's spookiest question
Death, terror and anxiety might sound like ingredients for the perfect Halloween haunted house, but they are also the focus of a serious study on the meaning of life.
October 31, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — October 30th, 2025

How guided cognitive training may improve brain performance
The University of Texas at Arlington is expanding its research on brain health, focusing on how people navigate their surroundings and remember information. The findings could lead to improved strategies for enhancing brain function and slowing cognitive decline in conditions such as Alzheimer's disease.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Sharing happy moments with a partner may be good for older people's health
Sharing happy moments with a partner may be good for older people's health, lowering the level of the stress hormone cortisol in their bodies, according to research published by the American Psychological Association.
October 30, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — October 24th, 2025

Analysis finds 19-year life expectancy gap among Hawaiʻi groups
Life expectancy in Hawaiʻi averages 81.9 years, exceeding the US average, but significant disparities exist among ethnic groups. Native Hawaiians and Other Pacific Islanders have the lowest life expectancies at 77.4 and 69.6 years, respectively, while Chinese residents reach 88.2 years. Socioeconomic factors contribute to these differences, highlighting the need for targeted public health interventions.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Can steroids combat population collapse? The Enhanced Games wants to find out.
The Enhanced Games, a new sporting competition explicitly designed to allow performance-enhancing drugs, looks like a publicity stunt for the techno-macho era: Olympic athletes on steroids competing for million-dollar bounties in Las Vegas. But co-founder Aron D'Souza has a 90% gross margin telehealth business in mind, and a pitch to governments struggling with aging populations.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Seniors can age at home more safely with AI-enabled radar
Cherish Health's radar-powered device assesses residents' health and safety with AI and automatically alerts family and a security center in case of emergency, explains the company's CEO Sumit Nagpal.
October 24, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — October 20th, 2025

How this odd-looking animal outsmarted aging
Naked mole-rats seem to have found nature's cheat code for longevity. Scientists discovered that small tweaks in one of their proteins make it better at fixing DNA damage, helping the animals resist aging. Even fruit flies with the same changes lived longer, hinting at a universal way life can extend its own clock. It's a glimpse into how evolution fine-tunes biology to fight time itself.
October 20, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — October 17th, 2025

Poor sleep in youth linked to early signs of biological stress
Poor sleep in adolescents and young adults is associated with early biological signs of stress, particularly involving metabolic and inflammatory systems. Elevated allostatic load, indicated by dysregulated biomarkers such as cholesterol and blood sugar, is more common in those with sleep disturbances, especially frequent snoring. These findings suggest sleep issues may increase long-term health risks.
October 17, 2025 — Source

[The Era of Healthy Aging] Measuring and Managing Antioxidant Levels With Professor Hyojee Joung of Seoul National University
Aging is not fixed — it can speed up or slow down depending on diet and lifestyle. That's why healthy aging has become a growing focus in recent years.
October 17, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — October 15th, 2025

A little stress could be the secret to healthy aging
Scientists discovered that specific nutrients in nematodes' diets activate stress defenses that keep their cells healthier over time. These RNAs prevent toxic protein buildup, promoting longevity and vitality. The worms fed with balanced diets lived more active, healthier lives. The findings hint that mild dietary stress could support better aging in humans as well.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Positive views on aging may lead to healthier, more active lifestyles, new study finds
Older adults, especially those living with health conditions, who hold positive views about aging are more likely to engage in vigorous physical activity, according to a study led by the University of Surrey.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Worried about turning 60? Science says that's when many of us actually peak
Overall psychological functioning, integrating cognitive abilities and personality traits, peaks between ages 55 and 60. While raw cognitive skills like memory and processing speed decline from the mid-twenties, traits such as conscientiousness and emotional stability peak later, some into the 70s. These findings support age-inclusive practices, as midlife often brings strengths valuable for complex decision-making and leadership.
October 15, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — October 13th, 2025

Can friendship keep you young? Scientists say your social life might slow aging
I recently heard Professor Luigi Ferrucci, an expert on aging, speak at my local university's medical school. One line really stuck with me: "The next great step in aging science will be understanding how lifestyle factors slow down aging."
October 13, 2025 — Source

Study tests the effect of slow-tempo relaxing music to address delirium in critically ill older adults
Study tests the effect of slow-tempo relaxing music to address delirium in critically ill older adults
October 13, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — October 10th, 2025

Regular cannabis use poses risks to those over 65, experts caution
Regular cannabis use in adults over 65 is associated with increased risks of heart disease, certain cancers, cognitive impairment, falls, and drug interactions, especially given the higher potency of modern products. Cannabis can be addictive, with about 30% of regular users developing cannabis use disorder. Evidence for medical benefits remains limited, and open discussion with healthcare providers is advised.
October 10, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — October 8th, 2025

Pain and antidepressant drug combo linked to increased seizure risk in older adults
Older adults prescribed tramadol with CYP2D6-inhibiting antidepressants, such as fluoxetine, paroxetine, or bupropion, show a modestly increased risk of seizures compared to those using tramadol with other antidepressants. This elevated risk, about 6--9% higher, is not observed with hydrocodone, indicating a specific interaction between tramadol and CYP2D6 inhibitors.
October 8, 2025 — Source

This Geriatrics Training Program Escaped the Ax. For Now.
The Trump administration has restored promised funds to a program that teaches people in health care how to work with aging Americans.
October 8, 2025 — Source or Source

Health — Longevity — September 29th, 2025

AI blood test reveals molecular signals of aging
AI and metabolomics research links blood chemistry to aging, with aspartate emerging as a key biomarker of physical fitness and healthy longevity.
September 29, 2025 — Source or Source

Ceiling fans offer limited relief from heat for older adults in hot rooms
Ceiling fans modestly lower core temperature and heart rate in older adults exposed to 31°C and 45% relative humidity but do not fully prevent heat-induced physiological strain. Fans are most effective below 33°C and should be combined with air conditioning for optimal cooling. At temperatures above 40°C, fans may worsen heat strain.
September 29, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — September 26th, 2025

Lifetime of social ties adds up to healthy aging at molecular level
The cumulative effect of social advantages across a lifetime—from parental warmth in childhood to friendship, community engagement and religious support in adulthood—may slow the biological processes of aging itself. These social advantages appear to set back "epigenetic clocks" such that a person's biological age, as measured by analyzing DNA methylation patterns, is younger than their chronological age.
September 26, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — September 25th, 2025

3 Anti-Aging Exercises You Should Be Doing to Stay Young and Strong
These are the three things you need to do if you want to age well.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Healthy habits can make your brain age more slowly, study finds
Your chronological age may say 65, but your brain could be acting a decade younger—or older—depending on your life experiences.
September 25, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — September 22nd, 2025

Availability of respite care almost triples a palliative care patient's chance of dying at home
Access to respite services for family caregivers increases a palliative care patient's probability of dying at home almost threefold, according to a McGill University-led study.
September 22, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — September 16th, 2025

Adopting healthy habits can improve cognitive decline, study shows
An estimated 7.2 million Americans over age 65 currently live with Alzheimer's disease (AD). That number is expected to nearly double to 13.8 million by 2060. These increases reflect more than demographic shifts; they point to a growing public health crisis that requires a new, proactive approach. While chronological age is the strongest known risk factor for cognitive decline, losing cognitive function is not an inevitable part of aging.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Lifestyle changes show promise in preventing cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease
An estimated 7.2 million Americans over age 65 currently live with Alzheimer's disease (AD). That number is expected to nearly double to 13.8 million by 2060. These increases reflect more than demographic shifts; they point to a growing public health crisis that requires a new, proactive approach. While chronological age is the strongest known risk factor for cognitive decline, losing cognitive function is not an inevitable part of aging.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Older Australians collect an average of 31 PBS scripts a year—new research
Australians are living longer than ever before. While this is broadly good news, aging well comes with a range of challenges.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Research challenges negative stereotypes about growing older
The aging population is one of the most important social issues of our time. However, discussions about aging are often one-sided and tinged with negativity. The latest research offers a fresh perspective: aging is changing, so our perceptions should change too.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Submerging forearms in water may help protect older adults during extreme heat
When air conditioning is not available during extreme heat, millions of older adults and other people become vulnerable to cardiac problems and other heat-related illnesses, according to researchers in the Penn State Department of Kinesiology.
September 16, 2025 — Source

The 'Catch-22' of aging: Our immune system protects us by committing our cells to die
Some of our biggest threats can come in the tiniest forms—viruses and bacteria. Thankfully, we are born with a built-in defense system, our innate immune system that protects us in our youth but can turn against us as we age. New research from the Stowers Institute for Medical Research is revealing why this tradeoff exists, identifying a common power source driving many immune system responses to pathogens. The findings may potentially lead to new ways to combat inflammation and diseases associated with aging like Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and cancer.
September 16, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — September 9th, 2025

A wireless heart rate monitor powered by Raspberry Pi and Wi-Fi - how it works
Could Wi-Fi and a Raspberry Pi one day replace your heart monitoring wearables? These researchers say yes.
September 9, 2025 — Source

New perspective outlines how food-derived signals can modulate biological aging
Diet doesn't just fuel the body, it sends molecular signals that can slow down or speed up biological aging, according to a new perspective in npj Aging. The authors explain that biological age, a measure of functional health, can diverge sharply from chronological age and that targeted nutritional and lifestyle choices can bend the trajectory toward healthier aging.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Specialized macrophages on adipose nerves curb age-related inflammation in mice
Yale School of Medicine-led research reports that nerve-associated macrophages help maintain healthy fat over a lifespan and curb age-related inflammation.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Study of identical twins links faster aging to memory decline
New research from University of Virginia psychologists has found that "epigenetic clocks"—tools scientists use to estimate a person's biological age—can predict cognitive decline. The study, which focused on middle-aged twins, also found socioeconomic status plays a role.
September 9, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — September 5th, 2025

Spaceflight Accelerates Human Aging, Study Finds
Human stem cells showed increased signs of aging after spending some time in space. Here's what that means for future crewed missions.
September 5, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — September 4th, 2025

Shifts in meal timing predict health and longevity in older adults
As we age, what and how much we eat tends to change. However, how meal timing relates to our health remains less understood. Researchers at Mass General Brigham and their collaborators studied changes to meal timing in older adults and discovered people experience gradual shifts in when they eat meals as they age. They also found characteristics that may contribute to meal timing shifts and revealed specific trajectories linked to an earlier death.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Spaceflight accelerates human stem cell aging, researchers find
Researchers from the University of California San Diego Sanford Stem Cell Institute have discovered that spaceflight accelerates the aging of human hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells (HSPCs), which are vital for blood and immune system health.
September 4, 2025 — Source

What happened to the midlife unhappiness hump?
Once a universal midlife slump, unhappiness now peaks in the youngest generations, raising urgent questions about how social, economic, and digital forces are reshaping mental health worldwide.
September 4, 2025 — Source

Health — Longevity — September 1st, 2025

No significant reduction in death found following comprehensive cardiovascular screening in men aged 60 to 64 years
It has been estimated that 80% of cardiac events and strokes are preventable, around half of these through early detection and intervention. Population screening is one approach to identify individuals with early signs of CVD, but there is limited evidence that it provides benefits in terms of reducing deaths.
September 1, 2025 — Source

Scanner detects bedsores earlier, saving lives and costs
In 2010, UCLA nursing professor Barbara Bates-Jensen traveled to Haiti to direct and provide wound care for victims of a 7.0-magnitude earthquake that had killed or injured more than half a million people and left 5 million displaced.
September 1, 2025 — Source