Visits up 20% in the last decade, CDC says
Experts see no benefit in people without symptoms
You need a companion to help you eat right
They have more vision problems than seniors in other ethnic, racial groups
Even breaking your hip has a silver lining
Those who maintain or adopt active lifestyle live longer
How to live to be 100
Study finds 150 genes that govern what happens as people age
Older women and their sex lives
Many placed on medications after admission
Some good news, for a change
Web site helps older adults evaluate medical research on aging
Molecule found that improves cortical function
Many patients don't remember physicians' instructions once they leave the office
People are sexually active through old age, but problems are widespread
Vaccine prevents severe infections but doesn't block all forms of disease
Medical precautions older people should take when they travel
But AARP report says solutions will cost money
Antidepressants, narcotics raise risk of broken bones in women
It can provide people 90 and older improved quality of life, study finds
Symptoms that mimic Parkinson's disease might spell trouble for seniors
New Internet program helps seniors find big savings
Simple modifications enable seniors to stay in their homes
Lots of drugs can make you drowsy
Two proteins in fluid mark degenerative brain disorder
Report finds alarmingly high rate of alcohol, hit-and-runs
Inexpensive program improves strength, protects against falls
Provides starting point for screening and treatment, researchers say
They don't reduce fractures among the elderly
At least 1 in 4 seniors suffers from condition, study says
Those over 40 have increased chance of retreatment
Older adults risk decline after stays, study finds
Report: Most who suffer brain injuries aren't on elevated surfaces
Cuts risk of heart trouble, stroke, pneumonia and death
Study finds it's never too late to start increasing fiber
But treatments can help those in search of a good night's rest
Older people don't need less sleep
Study finds one to six drinks a week may ward off cognitive decline
More than half the nation's counties are underserved, survey finds
U.S. survey found only 20 percent of older women report recent sexual activity
Speak out about mistreatment
Nursing home activities need to offer individual flexibility, expert says
Falls a major health risk for older Americans
Researchers: Better communication can avert life-threatening mistakes
Older cells may be more resistant to viruses carrying help for heart failure
Elderly whose blood pressure spikes in the morning face greater chance of attack
Essential nutrient reduces fractures in seniors
More older adults are seeking health information online, survey says
Low-calorie diet one target of research
Even those of normal weight can still get the disease