An overwhelming percentage of U.S. adults have at least one chronic health condition.

Difficulty swallowing is a common problem in older adults. Nerve or muscle problems are often the cause, but the condition can also stem from various health conditions. It can significantly affect a ...

More than 70 million baby boomers—those born between 1946 and 1964—are alive today. In 2026, the oldest of them are turning 80. With longer lives often comes more complicated health needs: multiple ...

A new survey found that one in 10 older men have experienced urinary incontinence — but half of those affected haven’t discussed it with their doctor. In a recent double-blinded poll of 2,000 U.S. men ...

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, one in ten older adults in the U.S. — or 5.9 million individuals 65 or over — lives in poverty, although the percentage varies from state to state. In the District ...

An increasing number of Americans are living well beyond the average life expectancy. It presents new and complex challenges about how to care for a vulnerable, often ignored demographic that is aging ...

Age-related decline is not an unavoidable fate, but a problem that can be addressed with modern medicine, writes Andrew S. Brack.

As you age, maintaining good oral hygiene becomes more important. Here’s what dental experts recommend to keep your teeth in great shape. Hedy Phillips is a freelance lifestyle writer based in New ...

Limiting processed foods, as well as foods high in salt, sugar, and unhealthy fats, can help you ward off age-related health risks. Eating well throughout life is a key way to help your body defend ...

Aging is a natural part of life, and it brings various skin issues that many older women face. Changes in skin texture, elasticity, and tone can be frustrating, but there are many ways to address ...