Jim McWhirter, owner of McWhirter Properties, wants to help baby boomers spend their retirement on solid ground. 

"Don’t worry, be happy" is not only a motto for enjoying life, it might actually help older folks live longer, researchers report.

Some adults age faster biologically than others, and may die early even if they have healthy lifestyles, researchers report.

The notion that seniors shy away from social media may be off the mark.

Ride a bike, take a swim, walk your dog: New research shows even a "moderate" amount of exercise each week drastically reduces the odds a person aged 65 or older will die from heart disease.

As much of the Northeast struggles with a heat wave that isn’t expected to ease until the middle of this week, here are some expert tips on how to spot heat stroke.

A positive attitude about aging can help seniors cope with stress, a small study suggests.

More older Americans with chronic health problems are opting to live at home, relying on help from family, paid caregivers or friends, a new study finds.

Americans aren’t just living longer, they’re living more years without disabilities, too, a new study shows.

During National Financial Literacy Month, take a close look at savings, debt and budget.