Longevity

Health March 5

Aging may speed up in areas with extreme heat, research suggests

Extreme heat may accelerate aging in older adults, a new study suggests. More days of higher temperatures resulted in faster biological aging, with potential negative health impacts.

Longevity March 1

Woman, age 107, has a few big secrets of living a long, happy life

Living a long, healthy and happy life comes down to a few key qualities, as evidenced by the example of Mary Thomas, age 107, who celebrated her birthday surrounded by family and friends.

Healthy Living February 23

Dementia risk could be lowered by doing this for 5 minutes a day: study

A study by Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health researchers found that five minutes a day of light exercise may help prevent dementia, even for frail older adults. A doctor weighed in.

Health February 22

Couple breaks record for longest living marriage

Two centenarians broke the Guinness World Record for longest marriage of a living couple. The Brazilian couple has been happily married for 84 years and 85 days.

Food-Drink February 17

'Father' of Nutella, world's most famous hazelnut spread, dies at 97

Francesco Rivella, who is better known as the "Father of Nutella" for his role in creating the world's most famous hazelnut spread, died at age 97 on Feb. 14, 2025.

Longevity February 14

104-year-old woman celebrates birthday by fulfilling most unusual wish

A 104-year-old woman spent her birthday in jail recently — a longtime bucket-list item for her. The nursing home resident had never been inside the local jail and wanted to see it for herself.

Longevity February 1

One man knows the secrets of living a long, healthy life, and it's all about one activity

A man who is 92 is teaching others the secrets of living a long, healthy and fulfilling life by engaging in one activity he truly cares about. Ivan Pedley loves the game of ping-pong.

Health January 28

Common mental disorder could shorten your life, study finds

People with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) were found to live shorter lives than those who were not diagnosed, according to a new study. Here's what to know.

Longevity January 27

WWII veteran turns 100, reveals the secrets of a long, healthy life

A World War II veteran turned 100 years old — and shared the secrets of a long, healthy life. High on his list are friends and family, staying active, taking walks and helping those less fortunate.

Health January 25

Alcohol poses these 8 risks to older adults, experts warn

The negative health impacts of alcohol have been in the spotlight since the surgeon general’s recent advisory, and now experts are warning that older drinkers might be more sensitive to them.