As the body ages, so does the immune system. The immune system usually becomes less effective in older age, a process known as immunosenescence. This can increase the risk of: While you can’t prevent ...

New research shows that omega-3 fatty acids can slow biological aging at the molecular level, with vitamin D and exercise ...

Recent studies have shown that even if you feel healthy and fit, your immune system could be aging quicker than you think, which could increase the risk of infections and immune-related disorders.

“Tickling” the outer ear with a painless electrical current may someday help slow the effects of aging on the autonomic nervous system, according to researchers from the University of Leeds. The skin ...

Experts explain how protein supports healthy aging—and why no single nutrient works alone.

(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Eunyoung Choi, University of Southern California (THE CONVERSATION) What if extreme ...

Extreme heat may be silently accelerating biological aging in older adults, adding months to cells before disease appears.

Learn how the shingles vaccine puts the brakes on aging by helping the immune system fight chronic inflammation.