Many elderly patients in intensive care have a high-risk of death, re-hospitalization or other problems over the six months following their release, according to new research. Columbia University ...

Difficulty swallowing is a common problem in older adults. Nerve or muscle problems are often the cause, but the condition can also stem from various health conditions. It can significantly affect a ...

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A large fraction of elderly people have age-related degenerative changes in their eyes that put them on a path to blindness -- but could be preventable - a new study finds.