Thursday, July 24, 2008

aging

Aiming for the Olympics, Regardless of Age

Being an older athlete requires some adjustments, but the fundamentals are the same. more >>

7 Reasons Men Die First

And what they can do about it more >>

Health Buzz: Life Expectancy and Other Health News

Wrinkle treatments, cheaper medicines at Safeway, and avoiding false positives on mammograms more >>

3 Wrinkle Treatments That Work

Researchers identify ways to battle those fine lines. more >>

Health Buzz: Prescription Drug Costs and Other Health News

Longer lifespans, BPA and how to count calories more >>

Health Buzz: Celebrex, Naproxen, and Other Health News

Heart disease, autism, and the dangers of air pollution more >>

A Dust-up Over the McCain Age Issue

A comment by Obama prompts a response from a McCain adviser. more >>

A Tricky Number: Your Own Life Expectancy

Several experts think they can accurately predict how long you'll live. more >>

Health Buzz: Too Many Boomers and Other Health News

Longevity 101: Try the 'Power 9'

Nine ways you can extend your years of wellness. more >>

From 4 Long-lived Cultures, 9 Tips for Longevity

A conversation with the author of The Blue Zone reveals why some cultures excel at longevity. more >>

When Anti-Aging Therapies and Youth Come Together

Young women are increasingly seeking out cosmetic procedures once used mainly to treat older skin. more >>

Protecting My Mind From the Fate of My Grandmother's

While cognitive impairment strikes 1 in 3 people over age 70, we're not helpless. more >>

Is Grampa Using Human Growth Hormone, Too?

While athletes like Roger Clemens get the attention, tens of thousands of average Americans use HGH to fight aging. more >>

Some Thoughts on Happiness and Middle Age

Changing expectations might help explain our frame of mind. more >>

Crow's Feet and Wrinkles? Try Acupuncture

Despite a lack of evidence, facial acupuncture to relax those frown muscles is spreading. more >>

A Pricey New Blood Test Promises to Assess Health

Commercial exams gauge scores of "biomarkers," but the answers they give may not be helpful. more >>

The Power of the Aging Mind

Cognitive psychologists provide an understanding of aging that can help families care for their parents more >>

What to Do When a Hip Breaks

Many people who've fractured a hip aren't getting optimal care. Here's what patients need to know. more >>

A Lesson on Menopause and Diet

I had the pleasure recently of meeting one Ginny Gong at a chichi reception honoring women in the arts. Gong is national president of OCA, the Organization of Chinese Americans. more >>

Blind to the Need for Eye Testing

Routine eye screening can prevent vision loss, but many people don't realize its importance. more >>

Good Eggs: Ovaries Aid the Brain

Estrogen can offer neurological benefits, according to research on women who've had ovaries removed. more >>

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