Healthy aging and longevity Archive

Mononucleosis can affect more than energy levels. Activity choices matter during illness, especially when the spleen may be enlarged.

Epigenetics is the study of how behavior, the environment, and other factors can trigger chemical changes to DNA or nearby proteins that affect how genes work. Collectively, these changes (known as epigenetic marks) may provide clues about health and longevity.

Blood type compatibility matters during transfusions, and an Rh mismatch can create risks that may not appear immediately.

Vaccines can contain different forms of viruses, and the choice may affect how your immune system responds and which vaccine is right for you.

Numbness or tingling in the feet can have many causes. See how statin use fits into the evaluation and what factors doctors may consider.

Allergy symptoms can affect more than your nose. See why nasal congestion may be linked with tinnitus and what may help guide next steps.

Past smoking, heavy drinking, and drug use can raise lasting questions about aging. Find out which factors shape future health and longevity.

High uric acid doesn’t always mean daily treatment. Several factors, including gout symptoms and kidney health, can help guide the next step.

A new heart rhythm diagnosis can be unsettling, even when other tests look normal. Find out what to discuss with your doctor next.

A 2026 analysis indicated that among adults ages 50 and older, men were more inclined than women to rely on medical professionals when making health care decisions and less likely to put quality of life ahead of simply living longer.