Researchers have a lofty goal: make it possible to maintain brain health throughout the entire adult lifespan. Precision treatments may offer a way.

Though older Americans say they're scared of developing dementia, many haven't brought it up with their doctor, a survey finds.

Taking antibiotics for a long period of time boosts the risk of heart attack and stroke for older women, research finds.

Older adults with obesity enjoy fewer years without limits in physical function or daily living activities, research finds.

Older adults with poor sense of smell have a 46% higher risk of death at 10 years, research finds.

More than 3.3 million patients each year return to the hospital within 90 days of discharge. Home health care may reduce the need for readmission.

Stimulating brain areas that have lost their rhythm can drastically improve working memory, research finds.

"This is less than 10 minutes a day for people to maintain their independence. It’s very doable."

More than 70% of older adults in fair or poor health said their pet helps them cope with physical or emotional symptoms.

If they don't get the help they need, seniors who have problems bathing, dressing, and cooking on their own may have high levels of anxiety.