Aging
Ben-Gurion University study finds step speed may predict longevity in older adults -study
While medical care usually measures life expectancy through chronological age or the number of chronic illnesses, physical indicators like walking speed seem to be strong indicators of health.
Scientists found: This is what may slow down metabolic aging
Ten years left to live: Cancer-free, but life is not the same as it was - opinion
Israel faces crisis as elderly population nears two million, nursing costs threaten NII stability
The condition of many elderly people actually improves over the years – and this is the reason
A large-scale American study found that the condition of about 45% of those over the age of 65 improves over the years cognitively or physically.
Has the solution to preventing aging been found?
Researchers found a link between daily intake of a multivitamin and a certain slowing in biological markers of aging.
What turning 50 taught me about aging, identity, and purpose - opinion
What does it mean to be 50 in Israel? For me, it was a chance to rethink my career, my purpose, and the future.
Anxious thoughts about aging may speed biological wear and tear, research says
A long-term cohort study links fear of aging to faster biological wear and tear, and finds that neither Botox nor diet explain the longevity advantage seen in people with positive beliefs about getti
Hard truth about hard people revealed in new research
Researchers link frequent exposure to bothersome social interactions with markers of accelerated biological aging.
Wedding invitation from 1955: A stroll through cherished memories - opinion
A simple wedding invitation from over 60 years ago provides memories of family and the moments that shaped a life.
Not genetics: The common trait of clear-minded 80-year-olds
Studies show that not only genetics determine memory status in older age. These are the daily actions that activate brain regions and help maintain quick thinking even in the later decades of life.
Most Americans say Trump growing erratic with age, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
The six-day poll concluded on Monday, revealing that most Americans think the country's political leadership is generally too old.
Dr. Maya Rosman: Why do we burn fewer calories with age and what can be done?
Anyone over the age of 40 knows the phenomenon. Despite maintaining a healthy diet and even regular workouts – the weight does not go down. How do you beat it?
Want to keep a 60-year-old brain even after age 80? An expert explains how to do it
What is cognitive reserve and how does it allow the brain to continue functioning even in the face of age-related changes? A geriatric expert explains.
