Research looked specifically at bleeds inside the skull and near the brain
People over 60 face two to three times the risk of dying over next 8 years, study finds
Regular checkups, exercise, no smoking, better diet and balance between work and play can add years, health expert says
But older people have a higher risk of minor complications, study finds
Study finds an association but doesn't prove cause and effect
Diabetes, high blood pressure, smoking may set you up for Alzheimer's, research suggests
But other developed countries expected to have even bigger longevity gains, study says
Social isolation boosts their chances for cardiovascular trouble, researchers say
Small study reveals men's day-to-day successes and struggles in caring for disabled spouse
Researchers suggest making friends of all ages
American Heart Association estimates that nearly half of Americans will have heart disease in less than 20 years
Although they may 'consider' younger mates, they also focus on women their own age, study finds
Even small amount in 30s, 40s appears to boost the odds, study finds
NASA researchers compare biological differences between Scott and Mark Kelly
How it may help older people
Odds also greater if monthly periods started at 11 or younger, researchers say
Study found link between strong cardiorespiratory system and better memory
Cells of elderly sedentary women look much older than their actual age, study finds
Nearly 80 percent of patients were alive 2 years after getting device that restores normal heart rhythm
But disorienting condition can be treated if recognized, researchers say
But calorie restriction should start at older ages, researchers say
Guidelines say therapy should begin after top number in reading meets or exceeds 150 mmHG, not 140
Researchers suggest that an early boost in mind health may help people stay sharp as they age
Study found those who exercised one or two days a week saw gains similar to those who worked out regularly
Routine eye exams the best way to prevent this major cause of vision loss, eye experts say
Older adults who favored this eating style lost less brain volume, study finds
Researchers said they used gene manipulation to 'turn back the clock'
Study of seniors links enjoyment of life to lower risk of death
In this group, use of the meds after a heart attack compromised quality of life, study finds
Such a test gives insight into neurological changes that make falls more likely, researchers say
Americans 65-plus more than doubled their use of marijuana over 8 years, study finds
Study found seniors with mild cognitive impairment saw gains in thinking, memory skills after six months of workouts
Even quitting in your 60s can add years to your life, researchers find
Part of the problem for seniors might lie in the brain, research suggests
Researchers find benefits for some women up to the age of 90
Genetics and riskier behaviors may help explain the difference, researchers say
Study found heightened odds when blood thinner Pradaxa was taken with one of two statin drugs
In study, a certain class of medications was tied to more resilient bones for older patients
Rates have dropped over last decade, and better education might be one reason why
Those who give birth at age 25 or older more likely to live to 90, study suggests
Vegetable protein sources appear safer, study suggests
Some may need convincing of value of giving up the habit, one geriatrician said
Study suggests alcohol might harm brain, body even if one stops abusing by age 30
People with 'biomarkers' for the brain disease were more likely to feel socially detached, study finds
Those most sought after as a connection on the social media site tended to live longer, study suggests
Researchers found it might mean higher risk of heart problems
Finding suggests efforts to encourage more planning aren't working, researcher says
Geriatric experts cite need to set realistic expectations for the injured and their families
Dizziness, faintness on standing could be sign of danger to brain, but study couldn't prove cause and effect
Study found they enjoyed longer spans without disability even as they lived longer