Investigators evaluated the long-term impact of taxane chemotherapy on patient-reported neuropathy, balance problems, and falls among older breast cancer survivors.

A recent study shows that hasslers, defined as “people in one’s close social networks who create problems or make life more difficult,” are often associated with faster biological aging ...

Another possible sign is jaundice, which causes the skin and the whites of the eyes to turn yellow. Jaundice occurs when the liver cannot properly remove a yellow substance called bilirubin from the ...

Strengthening the family in terms of health, savings, income security as well as a sustainable insurance will help manage some of the older citizen’s plight. Dr Emem Omokaro, the Executive Director, ...

Balance issues in older adults can stem from various causes. Prompt diagnosis and treatment for any underlying conditions, along with preventive measures, can help reduce fall risks and serious ...

Older fathers may face higher risks than previously thought for having children with psychiatric problems, including bipolar disorder, autism and attention deficits, according to the largest study to ...

Historic lead levels from the era of leaded gasoline may be contributing to cognitive issues 50 years later, suggests research reported for the first time at the Alzheimer’s Association International ...

In an older house, the projects that look smallest on paper are often the ones that unravel the fastest. A new outlet, a sleeker toilet, a bit of spray foam in a chilly wall cavity can all seem like ...

Older adults whose blood pressure fluctuates over time may be more likely to have problems with thinking and memory skills, according to a study published in the December 11, 2024, online issue of ...

Years ago, I worked with a 73-year-old man who sought my services because of his anxiety and anger regarding aging. He evidenced anger in his tone and the intensity of his complaints. In the past four ...