A Harlem Choir Turns Music Into Dementia Support
A new Harlem choir is bringing people living with dementia and their caregivers together for music, social connection, and a break from routine.
Trump order targets women’s health research, with menopause and aging in focus
A new White House order aims to expand federal attention to women’s health research. Here’s what it could mean, what science already shows, and what remains unclear.
When Heart Health and Intimacy Intersect: What Experts Say About Sexual Activity
AARP’s latest reader Q&A revisits a familiar worry: whether heart health can limit sexual activity. Medical guidance suggests the answer depends more on stability and symptoms than on age.
Physical Activity Linked to Slower Parkinson’s Decline in New Study
A new observational study suggests people with Parkinson’s disease who stayed more physically active had slower declines in movement and thinking skills, though the research does not prove exercise changed the disease course.
Simple habits may help lower varicose vein risk
Varicose veins are common, but everyday habits such as moving more, elevating the legs, and avoiding long periods of standing may help reduce discomfort and slow worsening.
Menopause Gets More Attention as Pain Research Expands
A new special issue from Science is putting menopause and pain in the women’s health spotlight, reflecting both growing attention and major research gaps for adults 45 and older.
Inside the New Cash-Pay Longevity Clinics at Hospitals
Prestigious hospitals are opening longevity programs that promise a deeper look at aging. For adults 45 and older, the question is whether the expensive test bundle adds value beyond proven prevention.