New insights into how the blood-brain barrier safeguards the brain
By decoding the blood-brain barrier’s intricate structure and function, researchers are paving the way for new therapies that…
Sperm From Older Men Have More Genetic Mutations
Human semen not only accumulates genetic mutations with age; as the percentage of sperm carrying potentially serious mutations…
Leveraging the microbiome to promote healthy living and aging
From probiotic pills to skincare products to dedicated meal plans, the microbiome is all the rage in the…
Lone star ticks, nitrogen dioxide pollution, and a dementia care study highlight this month’s research roundup < Yale School of Public Health
Researchers at the Yale School of Public Health (YSPH) have uncovered significant racial and economic disparities in the…
America’s healthcare system is working out how to function with fewer immigrants and an aging population
When Dr Brian Moreas opened his practice in Boca Raton, Florida, he was following in the footsteps of…
MRI age clocks reveal how each organ ages differently and predict who develops disease or lives longer
By decoding age gaps across the brain, heart, liver, and more, scientists show that no two organs grow…
UIC researchers discover an important cellular mechanism that drives aging
As our hairs go gray and our muscles weaken with age, our immune system also changes. In particular,…
Low pulse could be a concern in an older endurance athlete
Dr. Keith Roach  | To Your Health Dear Dr. Roach: I am a 64-year-old male who is a…
Discovery explains why women face higher risk of Alzheimer’s and multiple sclerosis
New research by UCLA Health has identified a sex-chromosome linked gene that drives inflammation in the female brain,…
Over 50? Knee Pushup Count That Signals Strong Upper Body
Pushups are a classic bodyweight exercise that are a staple in many fitness routines—for good reason. Not only…
Co-creation of a motor–cognitive exercise programme—a qualitative study with older people and physiotherapists | BMC Geriatrics
The analysis of the older participants’ and physiotherapists’ perspectives and reflections on motor–cognitive exercises during the co-creation process…
Targeting the glycocalyx may offer a new approach to reduce frailty in older adults
A new research paper was published in Volume 17, Issue 9 of Aging-US on August 30, 2025, titled, “Glycocalyx-targeted therapy prevents…