A new study reveals that over 75% of older adults have used complementary health approaches, including mindfulness, yoga, tai chi, acupuncture, and more. The study highlights the need for healthcare providers to discuss the risks and benefits of these therapies with their patients.
SourceBrigham and Women's Hospital·JournalThe American Journal of Medicine·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 24, 2026
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A study found that higher midlife cardiorespiratory fitness is strongly associated with later onset of chronic disease, lower overall disease burden, and longer life expectancy. Adults with higher fitness levels developed fewer chronic diseases and spent more years free from serious illness.
SourceAmerican College of Cardiology·JournalJournal of the American College of Cardiology·DateApr 22, 2026
A new study reveals a strong link between extreme climate events and the incidence of heart disease among middle-aged and older adults in 157 Chinese cities. Exposure to extreme heat, cold, and precipitation increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, with higher BMI-related risks associated with temperature intensity and cold-induce...
SourceElsevier·JournalAmerican Journal of Preventive Medicine·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 21, 2026
Researchers found that younger mice had lower cancer spread, while middle-aged mice were more likely to experience aggressive melanoma. Middle-aged mice also had fewer immune cells called gamma delta (γδ) T cells, which help prevent cancer from spreading.
SourceTemple University Health System·JournalCancer Research·DateApr 17, 2026
A study of over 1.27 million federal complaints found that older Americans and veterans receive slower responses than the general population, with a widening gap over time. The trend is particularly concerning for elderly residents in economically disadvantaged zip codes, who face the widest gaps in response times.
SourceUniversity of Southern California·JournalPNAS Nexus·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 16, 2026
A new study by Lancaster University found that cognitive ability, education, and employment status are key factors influencing internet use among older adults, not age itself. The study analyzed data from over 6,000 people aged 50+ and found that most older adults in England regularly use the internet.
SourceLancaster University·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 15, 2026
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Research by Arizona State University professor Frank Infurna reveals a decline in middle-aged Americans' mental and cognitive health, with increasing loneliness, depression, and memory problems. Financial vulnerabilities, including income inequality and limited safety nets, contribute to these issues.
SourceAssociation for Psychological Science·JournalCurrent Directions in Psychological Science·DateApr 15, 2026
Researchers identified the misdirected immune response as a central driver of tissue degeneration in severe, rapid-aging disorders. By reducing this false alarm, they restored function across multiple biological systems, suggesting the body can cope with more DNA damage than assumed if inflammation is kept in check.
SourceThe Hebrew University of Jerusalem·JournalGenes & Development·TypeExperimental study·DateApr 15, 2026
A major European study found that loneliness affects the memory of older adults, but does not speed up mental decline over time. Participants who reported high levels of loneliness performed worse on initial memory tests, but their ability to recall information declined at a similar rate as those with lower loneliness levels.
SourceTaylor & Francis Group·JournalAging & Mental Health·TypeObservational study·DateApr 14, 2026
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A Rutgers Health study reveals that neighborhoods with greater access to community amenities, services, and infrastructure can reduce the risk of dementia in older Chinese immigrants. The researchers found that individuals living in more cognitively supportive neighborhoods declined more slowly with age.
SourceRutgers University·JournalSocial Science & Medicine·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 13, 2026
A new study by the Barcelona Supercomputing Center reveals that women's immune systems undergo more pronounced changes with age, leading to a greater susceptibility to autoimmune diseases. In contrast, men experience less extensive immune system changes, but are at higher risk for certain blood cancers.
SourceBarcelona Supercomputing Center·JournalNature Aging·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateApr 10, 2026
A new study by the University of Eastern Finland highlights the challenges faced by older immigrants in Finland when seeking social and healthcare services. The study found that lack of language skills, incorrect diagnoses, and discriminatory practices hinder their access to employment and citizenship. Improving interpreter services, p...
Public long-term care insurance in China's pilot program cuts catastrophic health spending by up to 52%, shifting care away from costly medical interventions. This model offers a powerful alternative for value-based end-of-life care.
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A recent study published in Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found that individuals with higher optimism have a lower risk of developing dementia. After analyzing data from the Health and Retirement Study, researchers discovered a 15% lower risk associated with a one-standard-deviation increase in optimism.
SourceWiley·JournalJournal of the American Geriatrics Society·DateApr 8, 2026
Researchers at NYU School of Global Public Health found that people living in neighborhoods with fewer social and economic opportunities have higher levels of CDKN2A RNA, a measure of cellular aging. This suggests that structural conditions may be biologically embedded and influence aging processes over time.
SourceNew York University·JournalSocial Science & Medicine·DateApr 7, 2026
The Italian Society of Gerontology and Geriatrics has partnered with MDPI to publish its Journal of Gerontology and Geriatrics in open access. The journal, which was founded in 1953, will transition to a digital-only format starting with Volume 74, Issue 1 in March 2026.
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Dr. Rivera's exceptional clinical career is recognized for strengthening community-based health programs, leveraging technology to improve older adult care, and integrating age-friendly principles beyond specialty settings. She advocates for geriatricians as key partners in primary care, providing support to manage complex care needs.
The Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology is enrolling adolescent and young adult cancer patients in various trials, including genetic services and treatment studies. These trials aim to address longstanding gaps in care and improve outcomes for AYAs with cancer.
SourceAlliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology·DateApr 6, 2026
A new study published in PLOS Medicine found that consistently meeting physical activity guidelines throughout middle age reduces women's risk of dying from any cause by half. The study, which tracked over 11,000 Australian women, also found strong benefits for cardiovascular disease and cancer mortality.
A new book by Swansea University researchers argues that attention impairments, rather than memory dysfunction, are a key aspect of dementia. The authors suggest that recognizing these changes could lead to earlier identification, improved diagnosis, and better care for those affected.
A study of 10,978 participants found that cooking at home at least once a week is associated with a lower risk of dementia. Novice cooks with few culinary skills saw a 70% reduction in risk, while skilled cooks still benefited from regular meal prep
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Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.
Researchers found that penguins living in zoos with regular food access and limited physical activity age faster, but live longer than those in the wild. The study reveals a link between zoo conditions and accelerated aging mechanisms.
SourceUniversity of Helsinki·JournalNature Communications·TypeObservational study·DateMar 24, 2026
Older adults with and without Parkinson's disease have increased brain activity and muscle signals when recovering from balance disturbances. This makes it more difficult for them to recover their balance.
SourceSociety for Neuroscience·JournaleNeuro·DateMar 23, 2026
The study compares remaining life expectancy at age 75 for women and men in Sweden and Japan, finding that older Japanese individuals generally have lower mortality than Swedes. However, this difference is primarily observed among those receiving some form of elder care, with Japanese women expected to spend more years in elder care.
SourceKarolinska Institutet·JournalBMC Medicine·TypeObservational study·DateMar 23, 2026
Experts will address critical issues in voluntary assisted dying and dementia, including community attitudes, Indigenous perspectives, and organ donation. The conference, open to the media and public, features over 130 presentations on VAD and its intersection with dementia.
Researchers at the University of Gothenburg have identified a protein, ATF4, linked to increased metastasis and recurrence in lung cancer. The study reveals that older individuals' tumors are smaller and grow more slowly, yet more likely to have spread when detected.
SourceUniversity of Gothenburg·JournalNature·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 11, 2026
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Researchers created the most comprehensive single-cell atlas of epigenetic changes in the aging mouse brain, revealing how DNA methylation, genome structure, and gene activity change across brain regions and cell types. The atlas has already shown clear epigenetic differences between different age groups and allowed the development of ...
Research found that Roseburia inulinivorans is positively associated with muscle mass and strength in both young and older adults. The study suggests that R inulinivorans may play a causal role in muscle strength, with notable increases in forelimb grip strength and larger muscle fibre size in mice treated with the bacteria.
SourceBMJ Group·JournalGut·TypeObservational study·DateMar 10, 2026
A daily multivitamin may slow biological aging in older adults, with benefits seen in those with accelerated biological age. The study found slowing in all five epigenetic clocks, including those predictive of mortality, equating to about four months less biological aging over two years.
SourceMass General Brigham·JournalNature Medicine·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateMar 9, 2026
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A new study models brain aging and resilience over the lifespan, uncovering individual factors that affect cognition and identifying potential biomarkers of healthy brain aging. Researchers are now incorporating diverse data, including social and lifestyle factors, to create a broader picture of the aging brain.
Research connects adolescent aggression to accelerated aging and higher body mass index by age 30. Early aggression alone does not predict faster aging unless it leads to ongoing relationship problems later in life.
SourceAmerican Psychological Association·JournalHealth Psychology·TypeObservational study·DateMar 5, 2026
Researchers have developed a painless skin patch that samples key immune cells from the skin, offering a new way to monitor immune health. The device detects inflammatory signals and collects immune cells without invasive procedures.
SourceJackson Laboratory·JournalNature Biomedical Engineering·TypeExperimental study·DateMar 2, 2026
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The THRIVE team is developing a PROSPR Intrinsic Capacity score to predict 20-year health outcomes, using wearable data, blood-based biomarkers, and health surveys. The score aims to enable accessible, scalable monitoring of aging and improve interventions.
New research reveals that skeletal muscle retains a 'molecular memory' of repeated disuse, which differs between young and old muscles. Younger muscles show resilience, while older muscles become increasingly susceptible to atrophy. The study provides insights into how muscle responds to inactivity and its potential for recovery.
A new study from Duke University Medical Center suggests that a simple blood test can accurately predict short-term survival in older adults by detecting specific piRNA molecules. Lower levels of these molecules are linked to longer survival, echoing patterns seen in simple organisms where reducing them can extend lifespan.
SourceDuke University Medical Center·JournalAging Cell·DateFeb 25, 2026
Researchers identified nine piRNAs linked to longevity, which could be detected through simple blood tests. The study suggests that these molecules may help predict survival and guide therapeutic targets for older adults.
The Barshop Institute will conduct the VITAL-H trial, evaluating the repurposing of FDA-approved medications to delay age-related health decline in generally healthy middle-aged adults. The trial aims to preserve everyday abilities during a critical window of midlife aging.
SourceThe University of Texas at San Antonio Health Science Center·DateFeb 24, 2026
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The 'SWISS100' study identified 37 proteins in centenarians' blood whose profile appears linked to slower ageing, with remarkably low oxidative stress markers. Centenarians also show profiles surprisingly close to those of younger individuals, particularly with youthful expression levels of regulatory proteins of the extracellular matrix.
SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalAging Cell·TypeNews article·DateFeb 24, 2026
The Long Life Family Study, a long-running international investigation, has revealed insights into features of healthy aging. Researchers have found that most long-lived families have better cardiovascular health, including healthier blood pressures and lower rates of diabetes.
Research shows that expert birders have more compact attention- and perception-related brain areas, linked to accurate bird identification. These structural changes persist in older birders and may benefit cognition as people age.
SourceSociety for Neuroscience·JournalJNeurosci·DateFeb 23, 2026
Researchers developed a new model to predict long-term survival after heart failure in elderly Japanese patients. The Top-20 XGBoost model incorporates physical function metrics, rivaling the importance of traditional cardiovascular risk factors, and provides a more accurate estimation of mortality risk.
SourceJuntendo University Research Promotion Center·JournalThe Lancet Regional Health - Western Pacific·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 20, 2026
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Scientists have discovered a mechanism that explains how exercise improves cognition by shoring up the brain's protective barrier. The study found that an exercise-induced liver protein strengthens the blood-brain barrier, reducing inflammation and cognitive decline associated with Alzheimer's disease.
SourceUniversity of California - San Francisco·JournalCell·DateFeb 18, 2026
Research reveals that podocytes in aged rats adapt by increasing volume and forming atypical junctions to compensate for loss, while exporting unnecessary cellular components into the extracellular space. The study employed array tomography to elucidate age-related structural changes, shedding light on the mechanisms of aging glomeruli.
SourceJuntendo University Research Promotion Center·JournalJournal of the American Society of Nephrology·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 17, 2026
Researchers report a significant association between muscle strength and lower mortality risk in women aged 63-99 years. Grip strength and chair stands were found to be key indicators of muscular strength, with even small improvements leading to notable reductions in death risk.
SourceUniversity at Buffalo·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateFeb 17, 2026
Researchers developed an oxygen-delivering gel to heal chronic wounds that fail to heal for more than a month. The gel conforms to the wound's shape and provides continuous oxygen levels, helping transform nonhealing wounds into normal injuries.
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalCommunications Materials·DateFeb 17, 2026
Researchers found that Parkinson's patients experience weight loss due to selective fat depletion, not muscle loss, driven by impaired carbohydrate-based energy production. This metabolic shift highlights a disorder of both the brain and body, driving disease progression.
SourceFujita Health University·JournalJournal of Neurology Neurosurgery & Psychiatry·TypeObservational study·DateFeb 13, 2026
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Researchers identified ApoE as a systemic inhibitor of bone repair during aging, and showed that blocking its activity can restore bone regeneration and improve fracture healing. The study provides hope for therapies that actively restore regenerative capacity in older patients, reducing nonunion risk and improving recovery.
SourceEditorial Office of West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University·JournalBone Research·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 11, 2026
Reducing air pollution levels may help delay and mitigate physical disability in aging adults, according to a new study published in JAMA Network Open. The findings suggest that lower air pollution levels are associated with slower progression of physical function limitations and disability.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateFeb 11, 2026
A study by NYU School of Global Public Health found that anxiety about aging contributes to accelerated epigenetic aging, with greater concern about declining health having the strongest association. This can lead to physical decline and increased risk of age-related diseases.
SourceNew York University·JournalPsychoneuroendocrinology·DateFeb 9, 2026
Researchers developed BrainIAC, a robust AI foundation model that analyzes brain MRI datasets to identify key neurological health indicators. The tool outperformed conventional AI models in diverse tasks, including predicting dementia risk and detecting brain tumor mutations.
SourceMass General Brigham·JournalNature Neuroscience·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateFeb 5, 2026
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Researchers found that hormone treatment reduces abnormal nerve invasion and improves chronic back pain by limiting nerve growth inside damaged spinal tissue. The study suggests that parathyroid hormone can reverse the process by activating natural signals.
SourceEditorial Office of West China School of Stomatology, Sichuan University·JournalBone Research·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 4, 2026
Researchers found molecules such as syringic acid that protect neurons from aging, while others like resveratrol promote neurodegeneration. An AI-powered approach identified potential therapeutic substances to preserve brain function and prevent neurodegenerative diseases.
SourceUniversity of Cologne·JournalNature Aging·DateFeb 3, 2026
Researchers discovered that while older rats were as social as younger ones, a subpopulation preferred familiar peers. Altering neural communication reversed this preference, enhancing approach towards new peers. This suggests a distinct neural system underlying aging-related social behavior.
SourceSociety for Neuroscience·JournaleNeuro·DateFeb 2, 2026
Researchers at Vanderbilt University found that aging cells remodel their endoplasmic reticulum through ER-phagy, a process linked to lifespan and healthy aging. This discovery highlights the ER as a potential drug target for age-related chronic conditions.
SourceVanderbilt University·JournalNature Cell Biology·DateFeb 2, 2026
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The conference brought together researchers, policymakers, and community leaders to discuss evidence-based strategies for ageing in place. Duke-NUS studies found that programmes aligned with older persons' routines and interests are more effective at reducing loneliness and fostering meaningful relationships.
A Concordia University study reveals that nearly half of Montreal's elderly care facilities lack public EV charging stations within a 15-minute walk. This limits access not only for residents but also for caregivers and staff. Strategically placing new chargers in underserved areas can improve accessibility without expanding the network.
SourceConcordia University·JournalJournal of Urban Mobility·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateJan 28, 2026
A UC San Diego study found that older women with a history of depression and anxiety had a 78% higher risk of developing long COVID. The researchers analyzed data from the Women's Health Initiative and hope to inform preventative measures for public health officials and policymakers.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalMenopause·TypeObservational study·DateJan 27, 2026
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Caring for grandchildren may help prevent cognitive decline in older adults, according to a recent study published by the American Psychological Association. Grandparents who provided childcare scored higher on tests of memory and verbal fluency compared to those who didn't.
SourceAmerican Psychological Association·JournalPsychology and Aging·TypeObservational study·DateJan 26, 2026
A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine found that many hospital screening policies for late-career physicians lack basic fairness protections. The authors recommend creating policies that balance patient safety with fair treatment of physicians, including clear standards and appeal processes.
SourceUniversity of Washington School of Medicine/UW Medicine·JournalNew England Journal of Medicine·TypeContent analysis·DateJan 21, 2026
A new study found that shingles vaccination is associated with lower inflammation, slower epigenetic aging, and overall slower biological aging in older adults. Vaccination showed benefits even four years after the initial dose.
SourceUniversity of Southern California·TypeObservational study·DateJan 20, 2026