The Prevailing Stereotypes of Old Age in Pop Music
The barrage of tuneful negativity may have health consequences for elderly listeners.
Senior Citizens
The Importance—and Danger—of TV Health News
Two new studies underscore the grave responsibility TV shows about health hold.
It's Telephone Scam Season
Some characteristics make people more vulnerable to scams, but they can still happen to anybody.
A Lifetime of Intellectual Stimulation Staves Off Dementia
Turning to brainy pursuits in later years also helps delay the onset of the dreaded condition, according to a new study.
No Need to Speak Slowly: I Took Music Lessons as a Kid
New research suggests music training as a youngster can lead to faster processing of sounds in senior citizens.
Are We Really Getting Sicker as We Age?
Even though we're living longer than ever, the prevalence of major diseases among the elderly has held relatively steady.