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344-year-old African Tortoise with 'healing powers', Alagba, dies
The king had employed two palace workers to take care of the tortoise. Its remains would be preserved for posterity, Ajamu added.
Older adults less likely to recognize their mistakes
The younger participants were correct in acknowledging when they had erred 75 percent of the time.
Oldies of a feather stick together
Working out with peers of the same gender doesn't seem to make a difference - it's the age that counts.
Water may have cognitive benefits in older adults, says study
The study explored the association between hydration status before exercising and exercise-enhanced cognition in older adults.
Do you often fall asleep while TV binging?
There are millions of people who think that their dietary habits need to be changed.
Fall injuries in very elderly rising, outcomes may be slightly better
This will become an increasingly important medical problem during the next 20 to 30 years.
Termites sacrifice their elderly in ant wars: study
Old female soldiers were even more likely than males to become cannon fodder.
No-sweat exercise may prolong life for the elderly: study
A half-an-hour of moderate-to-vigorous activity reduced the risk by even more - 33 per cent.
In-person license renewal may reduce crashes involving people with dementia
When an older adult has dementia, families have to balance between the safety of letting them on the road and lack of independence.
Socially active older women benefit from flu vaccine
Effectiveness of the influenza vaccine varies by season because circulating strains vary and are gradually evolving.