Category: Aging

Do You Want to Avoid Dementia? Why Quitting Alcohol After 65 – Or Even Sooner – Might Be Key

Despite common beliefs about moderate drinking, no level of alcohol is safe for the brain, particularly for those over 65. This article examines why abstaining from alcohol is key …

A New Cheek Swab Test, CheekAge, Can Predict Mortality Risk and Biological Aging

A new epigenetic clock based on the analysis of easily collected cheek cells or blood samples has been developed to predict mortality risk. This test, known as CheekAge, aims …

An In-depth Analysis of Market Trends for Threads Used in Minimally Invasive Facial Lifts

In the world of cosmetics and minimally invasive procedures, facial threads represent a significant invention that has aided medical providers in meeting the needs of clients who want to …

Old Human Cells Successfully Rejuvenated Via Stem Cell Technology

According to a study from Stanford University School of Medicine researchers, Old human cells regain their younger more vigorous form when they are stimulated to temporarily express amino acids …

Nasal Spray Clears Tau Proteins in Mouse Model of Alzheimer’s Disease

A novel nasal spray developed by a team led by researchers at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) has been shown to get rid of disease proteins in …

Alzheimer’s Association’s Updated Guidelines Represent Crucial Advancements in Alzheimer’s Diagnosis

An Alzheimer’s Association workgroup has released the final version of the new diagnostic guidelines for the disease that take into account findings from the latest research. In the new …

Intermittent Senolytic Therapy with Dasatinib and Quercetin: Phase 2 Trial Shows Potential Benefits for Bone Health in Postmenopausal Women with High Senescent Cell Burden

Results from a new study that appeared in the journal Nature Medicine raise some hope that certain drugs aimed at getting rid of senescent cells may promote healthier aging …