University of Pittsburgh (US) scientists improved the lifespan of mice with an aging disease by injecting them with normal stem cells.

Microvascular changes in the retina could be an early warning sign for disability in older people.

Exceptional cognitive and physical function in old age leaves a tell-tale immunologic fingerprint.

German neuroscientists reveal the physiological basis for positive, emotionally gratifying experiences to promote well-being as we age.

Cellular and tissue damage can occur over time as a result of vitamin and mineral loss, leading to age-related diseases.

Drinking a glass of acai juice each day may help combat the joint pain and loss of mobility that often accompanies aging.

Eight genes that control levels of the hormone DHEAS, thought to play a key role in longevity, have been identified by a international group of scientists.

Scottish team finds that elevated levels of cortisol, a hormone associated with the stress response, causes receptors in the brain to become impaired.

Fox Chase Cancer Center (US) team reports direct evidence showing that expression of a key tumor suppressor protein induces premature aging in mice.

Sleep apnea and excessive daytime sleepiness combine to cause an elevation in risk of death among older adults.