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Here’s what experts are learning about this chaotic period leading up to menopause—including what causes its symptoms, when it really begins, and how to treat it.

Some people have better cognitive function than others as they age, and this is an area of scientific study. A study recently published in Alzheimer’s & Dementia details the unique features of a group ...

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Most runners see substantial performance losses after they turn 70. Not Jeannie Rice, who just turned 77 and ran the Boston Marathon on Monday. She has broken world women’s records in the 75-79 age ...