seniors
How much do you really need to walk in a day? The benefits you get at every step count
October 30, 2025 | 2:13pmStep aside, outdated fitness goals.
NYC's sassiest dance troupe is all 60 and up — its 'bionic babe' is 78
October 28, 2025 | 8:00am"I’m older. But I’m also vital. I’m exciting. I’m active. I’m alive — and I'm not invisible."
Adorable mini horses are helping NYC's elderly with depression, loneliness — and even dementia
October 23, 2025 | 3:08pm“It made me cry. I felt like I had a friend."
Overdose deaths in seniors see dramatic rise from deadly drug mix
October 17, 2025 | 5:06pmAdults 65 and older represented over 17,000 fentanyl deaths based on CDC data.
These 8 money mistakes could be signs of dementia
September 30, 2025 | 6:00amMore than 6 million Americans have dementia — a gradual decline in cognitive function like memory, language and problem-solving that significantly impacts daily life.
Fitness expert shares 6 pillars of strength training to keep adults healthy into their golden years
September 13, 2025 | 2:17pmPreserving muscle is particularly important for aging women, Fonz the Trainer noted, as it helps to prevent osteopenia and osteoporosis.
Prescription drugs linked to rise in fall-related deaths for seniors
September 11, 2025 | 10:23amFRIDs could make people more likely to fall because they can cause drowsiness, dizziness, slower reaction times or problems with balance and coordination, according to the Centers for Disease Control...
How using a fan when it's really hot out could actually make the elderly hotter
August 2, 2025 | 1:07pmBefore cranking up the fan, make sure to check the humidity.
Walking just this many steps more per minute can help you age much better
July 19, 2025 | 10:31amFrailty significantly increases the risk of falls, disability, hospitalization and mortality.
Bye, Botox: We pressed experts on the best NAD+ supplements to biohack aging
July 18, 2025 | 3:11pmMeet the supplement Joe Rogan and Hailey Bieber have in common.
Senior diners horrified to discover server wrote 'old bitches' on their restaurant bill: 'Completely disrespectful'
July 9, 2025 | 2:56pm"There’s no excuse for this kind of disrespect and unprofessionalism."
Here's how watching videos at 2x speed is reworking your brain — and the age group most impacted
July 1, 2025 | 12:53pmIf you're a big fan of watching videos on the internet — like via TikTok, YouTube or Masterclass — chances are you've grown accustomed to listening to people speak at...
Invisible caregiving? Survey uncovers quiet support for seniors
June 12, 2025 | 12:15pmMany provide senior care without the 'caregiver' label.
Senior citizens are happiest living in these US states, study says
May 31, 2025 | 10:54amParticularly for seniors, it’s important to settle down in a location that promotes happiness.
Ailing grandpa on 'bucket list' trip gets heartwarming note from flight attendant: 'Grace and kindness'
May 30, 2025 | 12:45pm"Just wanted to say thank you — and to let you know how much small gestures really mean," his granddaughter shared.
The vaccine seniors should avoid after deadly complications discovered: FDA
May 16, 2025 | 1:04pmOlder adults are being warned against receiving the chikungunya vaccine before traveling.
'I'm 94 and still work 7 days a week': Number of seniors delaying retirement explodes — and could surge further amid economic uncertainty
May 10, 2025 | 11:38amOld age, new work patterns.
Older people with this trait may be lowering their risk of dementia: study
May 9, 2025 | 6:00amMore than 6 million Americans have dementia, which affects memory, language and problem-solving skills.
High school baseball star on life support after playing viral 'Senior Assassin' trend just weeks before graduation
May 8, 2025 | 1:56amA standout high school baseball star is on life support after he was seriously injured while playing a water gun game wildly popular among teens across the US.
This simple tennis ball test can tell how well you're aging — and predict if you'll live to 100
May 5, 2025 | 2:05pmDefinitely do this test at least from the age of 45, experts say.