I got a blood test to figure out my cortisol levels and learned a lot about stress in the process. Anna Gragert (she/her/hers ...

Dementia strikes all races, but new research suggests thinking declines in poor seniors are often overlooked.Among a ...

The good news is research has shown that people can make changes throughout adulthood that can help prevent or delay cognitive decline and even reduce their risk of dementia. These include quitting ...

For older adults watching their cholesterol, maintaining steady levels might be just as important as keeping them low, according to new research.

For years, research has shown that older adults who are lonely are at greater risk for cognitive decline and conditions like ...

When older adults have significant year-to-year fluctuations in their cholesterol levels without changes in medication, it could indicate an increased risk of developing dementia or cognitive decline, ...

Some aspects of cognitive abilities in older age may be connected to test scores around age 11, according to a review paper ...

A study of older adults in Australia and the U.S. indicates that cholesterol levels that fluctuate significantly from year to ...

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“I do not mind taking the test, but to try and make an appointment every year is very ridiculous ... Supporters say it’s a ...

Our attitudes about aging, whether positive or negative, can lead to a better cognitive experience in your senior years, says ...

"High cortisol in a normal individual can be a sign of stress in your case," said Dr. Hatipoglu. "However, sometimes other ...