Healthy Aging - Live Longer

Are you an "apple"? Are you a "pear"? And what does that really determine anyway?

The new technique of 3-D mammograms, or digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT), overlays 3-D optical mammogram images with x-ray images.

Researchers have found that women are 11 times more likely to develop this serious condition if they are missing teeth or have gum disease. What's the connection?

Twenty-five percent of people with diabetes don't even know they have it and that means they're not getting the treatment they need or taking the important steps necessary to keep the disease in check.

The evidence is overwhelming that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables helps prevent cancer. Cruciferous vegetables, in particular, deliver compounds that help prevent the transformation of normal cells into cancer.

There are many reasons to take on this challenge, and mental acuity is probably at the bottom of the list. But that doesn't diminish the brain benefits it can confer.

What benefits do you reap if you're part of a committed, healthy relationship?

As you age it's essential to protect your bones from breaks and fractures. You can take steps starting now to keep yourself safe and sound.

A new study illuminates some important advantages robots can offer over standard physical rehabilitation therapy to those recovering from stoke.

If you've ever felt your stress levels go up upon hearing loud noises and wondered if the clamor was affecting your well-being, the answer is yes.

What points should you consider when you're weighing the risks and benefits of these lifesaving devices?

Who needs a treadmill? Here are 10 smart ways to build exercise into your day with no special equipment needed.

If you're a middle-aged woman, it's especially important to keep your blood pressure under control. There are small changes you can make that will add up big when it comes to your health.

It's the third leading cause of death in the U.S. Learn the warning signs and symptoms for you and for those you love.

Douglas recently completed treatment for late stage IV throat cancer and is now in remission.

No matter your age, you have peers out there who push fitness to a new level. Here are the secrets they already know.

No cancer treatment is risk free and sometimes the side effects don't manifest until many years after treatment.

Here's a new idea that just might be the best way for aging people to get fit.

Special envoy Richard C. Holbrooke died after suffering a torn aorta. What does that mean and what should you know?

Heart disease is the number one killer of men and women in the U.S. But heart disease is actually a category of diseases and it pays to know the different types.

Before you take another capsule, here's what you need to know about how Vitamin E supplements are tied to risk of stroke.

Here's how to keep an eye on the (sometimes hidden) salt you consume, while maintaining the flavor you crave.

Understand how inflammation, an immune system response that produces heat, swelling, and redness, increases the risk for heart attack and stroke.

A study at Johns Hopkins University found that Medicare beneficiaries who were accompanied to their medical appointments were more satisfied with their visits than those who went alone. How can you make the most of your companionship, beyond just being a driver?

Packed with protein and fiber, but low in fat, this pantry must-have delivers a lot of nutrition at an affordable price.

A program of "eurhythmics" shows results in promoting physical coordination and mental acuity in older adults.

Educate yourself on what can happen so you can take the steps now to change your outcome for the better.

Is there a point at which the risks of possible complications outweigh the benefits of choosing surgery?

While there may be some things about aging that are less than lovable, it turns out that hitting those milestone birthdays often means there are plenty of positives to celebrate. Here are a few.

Here are three active steps you can take now to set yourself up to not only become a centenarian but do so in the best health possible.