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Longevity medicine: are we ready to grow old?

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Spaniards are more afraid of this part of ageing than anything else

The survey indicates that when it comes to ageing, most Spaniards prioritise mental and physical health over appearance.

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Study: Weight change may accelerate cognitive decline in the elderly

According to researchers in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at Pennsylvania State University, adults over the age of 65 who experience weight loss or fluctuations of more than 5% may suffer from faster cognitive decline.

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In African villages, water collection remains a lifelong burden

Across rural Africa, the daily search for water remains a struggle, often borne by women and children who walk long distances to streams and springs.

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What’s driving the rise in STIs among older Europeans?

Experts say both health care professionals and the public should consider the sexual health needs of older people.

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Economy

Surviving retirement: Where do older Europeans get their money?

Public payouts, such as state pensions, account for around two-thirds of the income of people aged 65 and over in Europe.

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Klaipėda’s elderly residents discover bodyboarding on the Baltic coast

In Klaipėda, Lithuania, older and disabled residents are taking part in bodyboarding sessions in the Baltic Sea, as part of a new summer initiative to promote physical activity.

Health news

Annual births in Japan fall for 16th straight year

The number of births in Japan last year hit another record low, new data shows.

Lifestyle

World’s oldest person dies aged 116 – British woman now holds record

Sister Inah Canabarro Lucas, the oldest person in the world, died on Wednesday 30 April in Porto Alegre, Brazil, at the age of 116 years and 326 days. Ethel Caterham from the United Kingdom is now the oldest person in the world.

Climate

Why climate change could be adding years to your body

Extreme heat may have a bigger impact on biological ageing than smoking and drinking alcohol, research suggests.

Healthcare

Demand for specialised medical care to ease suffering is surging

Nearly 74 million people are in need of palliative care, but there are major gaps in access, a new study suggests.

Europe in Motion

Which European countries struggle more with memory issues?

Fifteen percent of people across the EU suffer from moderate to severe concentration and memory issues. Eurostat found a correlation between such symptoms and poor living standards.

Lifestyle

Football-loving Brazilian nun becomes world’s oldest living person

Sister Inah went from a fragile child to the world’s oldest living person – thanks not least to her Catholic faith, love of football and cheerful spirit.

Lifestyle

UK choir with average age of 94 breaks Guinness World Record

A UK choir called the Prime Timers, with members aged 87 to 99, set a new Guinness World Record for the "world's oldest choir".

Europe News

Fire in Spanish nursing home kills at least 10

Two other people are in critical condition after a blaze broke out in the residence, in Spain's Zaragoza region.

Health news

Where in the EU do people enjoy the longest, healthiest lives?

Malta came out on top when it comes to healthy ageing, but the best and worst countries are different for men and women.

Lifestyle

Meet Choi Soon-hwa: The 80-year-old Miss Universe contestant

Choi Soon-hwa, an 80-year-old South Korean, has made history as the oldest-ever contestant in the Miss Universe competition.