Alarmingly, about half the people exposed to wildfires in Washington and Oregon were those least able to afford to protect their homes, evacuate safely and recover.

Health and climate change researchers explain the risks and why older adults, even those in northern states, need to pay attention.

Health and climate change researchers explain the risks and why older adults, even those in northern states, need to pay attention.

The US population is getting older, and temperatures are rising. It can be a lethal combination, as three health and climate change researchers explain.

Aging is a major risk factor for many chronic diseases. Figuring out what influences longevity and how to identify rapid agers could lead to healthier and longer lives for more people.

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day highlights the increasing population of older adults around the world and the accompanying rise in elder mistreatment.

While longer naps are a normal part of aging, excessively long dozes could be a warning signal for cognitive decline.

Older Americans are often taught to be fearful of hackers and scammers in their midst while also being told to investigate potential threats. Better advice is to not engage.

Studies suggest seniors without the booster shot run a higher risk of infection and hospitalization from the omicron variant.

Some older patients forego the food provided at their health care facility because it isn’t aligned with their religious and cultural preferences.