People don’t all age at the same rate. Untangling the factors that influence health and disease – such as epigenetics, demographics and behavior – could lead to better care for those who need it most.

Deaths during pregnancy and postpartum increased 35% early in the pandemic. "We suspect these deaths are just the tip of the iceberg..."

During the 1918 flu pandemic, white people died at similar rates to Black Americans, according to a new study – a very different pattern than what occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Cambridge researchers have developed a method for measuring overall fitness accurately on wearable devices – and more robustly than current consumer

Older Americans with frailty or dementia have higher death rates within a year after major surgery, a new study shows.

A mass die-off of crustaceans occurred on England’s north-east coast last autumn – the government’s explanation of the cause is unlikely to be true.

A mass die-off of crustaceans occurred on England’s north-east coast last autumn – the government’s explanation of the cause is unlikely to be true.

"Cancer is the leading cause of death among people in prison, accounting for about 30% of all deaths," says Emily Wang.

Sleep age, a projected age that correlates to health based on sleep quality, can predict mortality, say researchers.