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Bereavement in early life may accelerate ageing, research shows

Bereavement stress may accelerate ageing, impacting health. Counselling and social support post-loss can mitigate effects.

My body is already in decline. Now experts can predict when my mind will follow | Emma Beddington

Ageing is not linear; it involves abrupt declines at specific age peaks.

Mary Kennedy: 'I didn't want to retire because I didn't know if I was going to be just left on the shelf'

Mary Kennedy views ageing as a gift and emphasizes the importance of mental health and family connections in her life.

Bereavement in early life may accelerate ageing, research shows

Bereavement stress may accelerate ageing, impacting health. Counselling and social support post-loss can mitigate effects.

My body is already in decline. Now experts can predict when my mind will follow | Emma Beddington

Ageing is not linear; it involves abrupt declines at specific age peaks.

Mary Kennedy: 'I didn't want to retire because I didn't know if I was going to be just left on the shelf'

Mary Kennedy views ageing as a gift and emphasizes the importance of mental health and family connections in her life.
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Scientists explore longevity drugs for dogs that could also extend human life'

Dogs can significantly impact their owners' health; biotech advancements aim to extend healthy lifespans for both dogs and humans.

Experience: I'm 70 years old and climb a mountain every day

Exercise has had a transformative impact on my life, sustaining my health and vitality for over 45 years.

Scientists explore longevity drugs for dogs that could also extend human life'

Dogs can significantly impact their owners' health; biotech advancements aim to extend healthy lifespans for both dogs and humans.

Experience: I'm 70 years old and climb a mountain every day

Exercise has had a transformative impact on my life, sustaining my health and vitality for over 45 years.
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Daily briefing: What is ageing? Even gerontologists don't agree

Ageing definitions among scientists vary significantly and include loss of function and increased mortality risk.
Temperature-responsive textiles can adapt color based on environmental conditions to maintain comfort.
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Can ageing be stopped? A biologist explains

The quest for immortality involves understanding and potentially intervening in the molecular processes of aging.

A 67-year-old woman shares 4 workout tips she used to bounce back from a hip replacement - enough to run a marathon

Regular running and a careful training plan contribute significantly to maintaining health into older age.

Can ageing be stopped? A biologist explains

The quest for immortality involves understanding and potentially intervening in the molecular processes of aging.

A 67-year-old woman shares 4 workout tips she used to bounce back from a hip replacement - enough to run a marathon

Regular running and a careful training plan contribute significantly to maintaining health into older age.
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Are cancer survivors less likely to develop Alzheimer's?

Cancer survivors have a lower risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, highlighting a potential inverse relationship between these two age-related diseases.

Bone marrow in the skull plays a surprisingly important role in ageing

Skull bone marrow becomes crucial for blood-cell production during ageing, contrasting with other bones where this ability declines.

Helen Mirren: it's so sad Kurt Cobain died before GPS was invented

Helen Mirren regrets Kurt Cobain's early death and believes he missed experiencing the marvels of modern technology.

Life expectancy rise in rich countries slows down: why discovery took 30 years to prove

The increase in human life expectancy may be slowing down, suggesting a finite limit to human lifespan despite advancements in public health.

How Our Emotions Dictate the Way We View Time

Time perception is influenced by one's emotional state and life experiences.
Boredom and routine can accelerate the feeling of time passing.
Everyone has a finite amount of time, leading to reflections on life and death.

Daily briefing: Common diabetes drug slows monkey brain-ageing

Metformin shows potential to slow brain aging by 18 years in monkeys, raising hopes for human applications.

The best exercises to boost brain health after 60

The brain's main function is to produce adaptable movements, not just to think.
Cognitive abilities are crucial for maintaining lifestyle and interaction with the environment.
Cerebral plasticity allows for cognitive reserve throughout life despite age-related decline.
Physical activity can improve cognitive capacity even after age 60.

Five ways the brain can age: 50,000 scans reveal possible patterns of damage

The study reveals distinct brain atrophy patterns linked to age and neurodegenerative diseases, signaling progress in early detection methods.

Multimodal cell atlas of the ageing human skeletal muscle - Nature

Skeletal muscle health is crucial for systemic well-being and declines with age, affecting overall health and longevity.

Pope Francis pulls out of traditional Good Friday procession at last minute 'to preserve health'

Pope Francis pulled out of the Way of the Cross ceremony last minute due to health concerns.
The Vatican assured that there was no major concern about the Pope's health, attributing the withdrawal to caution.

Is There Anything I Can Do to Reverse Dark Circles?

Dark circles are a common skin complaint that can be frustrating to treat.
Most eye creams and serums claiming to improve dark circles are often ineffective.

Move over, senior center these 5 books center seniors

Fiction about older women is increasingly popular and captivating
These books focus on women who refuse to conform to stereotypes and are still vibrant and surprising

Why cancer risk declines sharply in old age

Becoming an octogenarian may decrease lung cancer risk due to genetic changes and tissue alterations in older age.
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