Nearly a quarter of people behind bars in federal and state prisons are over age 50. That’s five times the proportion of the ...

As the state with the oldest population, Maine is in a unique position to show the rest of the U.S. how to manage the needs ...

The isolated Tsimané people of the Bolivian jungle have the healthiest hearts and brains that age more slowly than their Western counterparts. Researchers believe their unique balance of diet, ...

Uncover the health challenges faced by Vikings. CT scans show widespread dental and joint issues impacting their quality of ...

AgeOptions finds financial insecurity, social isolation, housing issues and caregiver support needs for Cook County older ...

North Carolina is investing $265 million in water projects, including addressing forever chemical contamination in Cumberland County. Demand far exceeds funds, leaving many communities still in need.

WSHU sits down with CT Mirror's Ginny Monk to discuss her story about a New Haven woman who is resettling after a period of ...

CINCINNATI (WKRC) — The Council on Aging has launched a new survey aimed at assessing a range of community needs, from ...

That’s not entirely surprising in Vermont, where about 26% of residents 65 and older are still working—the highest share in ...

Massive Medicaid cuts would damage access to post-acute care for older adults, LeadingAge President and CEO Katie Smith Sloan ...

From herpes to HIV, discover why STD rates are climbing among senior adults and learn the subtle warning signs that shouldn't ...

Ageism in healthcare is often an overlooked form of discrimination, yet its effects can significantly impact the quality of ...