Paula Span

Studies increasingly find links between higher concentrations of certain pollutants and the prevalence of dementia.

More older adults have turned to cochlear implants after Medicare expanded eligibility for the devices.

More men are now living long enough to develop osteoporosis. But few are aware of the risk, and fewer still are screened and treated.

The Trump administration has restored promised funds to a program that teaches people in health care how to work with aging Americans.

Why Are More Older People Dying After Falls?

El uso excesivo de dispositivos digitales perjudica a los adolescentes, según sugieren las investigaciones. Pero la tecnología omnipresente podría ayudar a los estadounidenses mayores a mantenerse alertas.

More Americans are choosing burials in which everything is biodegradable.

Overuse of digital gadgets harms teenagers, research suggests. But ubiquitous technology may be helping older Americans stay sharp.

Coronary artery calcium testing can reveal plaque in arteries, offering a more precise estimate of a patient’s risk. Yet the test remains underused.

Newer formulations are even more effective at preventing illnesses that commonly afflict seniors — perhaps even dementia.