When old age begins has shifted to be later in life over time, according to a new study. (Getty Images) New research suggests that 74 is the new 71. Our perception of when “old age” begins is shifting ...

At 65, instead of enjoying her retirement, Dao frequently stays up all night with dizzying headaches and palpitations.

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How old is considered old? The answer to that question appears to be changing as people live longer, retire later and maintain higher levels of physical and mental health into their older years. A ...

Moving yourself or a loved one to a senior living facility can be challenging, but the positive results might surprise you. Jorge Argota, a 34-year-old owner of a boutique marketing company in ...

Trying to put off aging forever? It’s a popular goal: The anti-aging market, valued at $40 billion, is estimated to hit $60 billion by 2032. To stave off old age, people slather on wrinkle cream, pop ...

Getting old is not for the weak, as the saying often goes. After age 50-60, the risk of developing chronic disease rises sharply, and most older adults end up living with more than one long-term ...

Why your perception of "old" changes as you age. This is a Kaiser Health News story. My perception of old age is inextricably linked to my grandmother. When I was a kid, I thought this 65-year-old, ...

Jennifer Motiff: Hi. I am 60 years old. Toscan Lahy: Most people think I’m 45, 50, but I’m actually going to be 63. Marla Mclean: And I am 60-wonderful years old. That’s 61. Brennan: Yasmin, over the ...