New research suggests that both too little and too much sleep may be linked to accelerated biological aging.However, ...

Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonist medications have gained widespread attention for effectively treating ...

Universal” biological signatures of aging shared across different mammalian species—including humans—could offer new clues to ...

Too little sleep can be harmful for health in the long run, but a sweeping study suggests that too much sleep also may not be ...

Scientists say an experimental therapy has helped restore cognitive function.

The research, published May 27 in Nature, reveals conserved signatures of aging and health decline and introduces new ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. — 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 ...

Research suggests there may be an “optimal window” for menopause, as going through it too early (before 45) is linked to higher risks of osteoporosis, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and mood changes, ...

Many people experience temporary cognitive impairment immediately after surgery. In people over age 60, however, about 1 in ...

Scientists have identified a protein that appears to put the brakes on the chronic inflammation linked to aging. Older mice ...

Women who fret about their declining health may be speeding up their aging processes, a new study suggests. "Aging-related anxiety is not merely a psychological concern, but may leave a mark on the ...