Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Old Age

Old age is an inevitable natural process every living organism goes through. Aging research and healthcare have increasingly gained significance over the years. Aging is a complex process that involves physiological, psychological, and social changes that can potentially lead to numerous health complications. Resea…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 12 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 131× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2474-7785 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Old age is an inevitable natural process every living organism goes through. Aging research and healthcare have increasingly gained significance over the years. Aging is a complex process that involves physiological, psychological, and social changes that can potentially lead to numerous health complications. Research in aging seeks to understand how the aging process works at a cellular, molecular, and genetic level. This research strives to improve our understanding of age-related diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and neurodegenerative disorders. Healthcare for elderly individuals involves managing or preventing age-related diseases, treating age-related conditions, and addressing social and psychological challenges that come with aging. Due to advancements in healthcare technology, elderly individuals can now enjoy more prolonged and healthy lives by receiving appropriate care. Regular physical activity, a balanced diet, and healthy lifestyle choices can significantly reduce the risks of age-related illnesses. These health-promoting activities are central to successful aging, and it is essential to develop positive attitudes towards them from an early age. The demand for better aging research and quality elderly healthcare is set to escalate as more individuals enter their golden years. It is therefore necessary to invest in aging research, training healthcare professionals on elderly care, and creating policies that promote elder care. In conclusion, elderly individuals deserve the best possible care and attention in their golden years. We must prioritize investing in age-related research and elder care policies to ensure that the elderly get the care and attention they deserve.

Research published in this journal

12 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 12 articles above have been cited 131 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Old Age, linking to each citing work.

Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Aging Research And Healthcare (ISSN 2474-7785).

Journal editorial board
Anna Aiello · Italy Juan Manuel Carmona Torres · Spain IAN JAMES MARTINS · Australia

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