Reaction time is not merely an indicator of age related physiological deteriorations but rather an indicator of the brain's more basic information processing ability.

Older Americans enjoy good health for a longer period than previously realized, and many factors that compromise health in the elderly can be modified to maintain their health.

Scientists say the aging research field is on the threshold of a new way of thinking, shifting focus from specific age related illnesses to searching to understand aging itself as a biological process.

When it comes to focusing on a task amid distractions, some folks more than 60 years old are as mentally sharp as 22 year olds.

Age standardized death rates from all causes have decreased since the 1960s.

Moderate reduction of the protein level protects against tumor formation but increases susceptibility to tissue injury.

Some medical issues that occur with aging are part of normal age related changes and others are major causes of mortality such as cardiovascular disease and cancer.

Identical twins lose some fundamental similarities as they grow older, a new study reports.

The need for viable exercise avenues for seniors has never been greater. A full one third of seniors nationwide participate in no leisure time physical activity.Aging and Fitness

Jerry Hansen came to the UW Health Sports Medicine Center's Senior Health and Fitness Day hoping to reclaim the good exercise habits he lost in the past few years.

Hansen, 78 and a 52-year Madison resident, maintained a consistently active lifestyle before April, 2004, when his right hip had to be replaced.

Aging alone is not a reason for becoming inactive. The secrets of successful aging may be found among the nearly 10,400 senior athletes.

Recreational divers who continue to dive into their later years should be able to continue their hobby without worrying about being held back solely because of their age.

The real culprit was identified: carpal tunnel syndrome. There are two kinds of surgery available for carpal tunnel syndrome: open surgery and endoscopic surgery.

Middle aged subjects with high blood pressure showed more of a slowing in cognitive performance tests than did older adults with high blood pressure.

Urinary incontinence is a common medical problem, one that affects some 13 million people of all ages. This loss of bladder control is more common in people 65 and older.

Pulmonologists have linked a gene to the lung irritation commonly suffered following chronic exposure to ozone, a major component of urban air pollution. The lung is constantly exposed to a broad spectrum of environmental toxins, which can impact the severity of asthma.