The sit-to-stand test is primarily used to assess health in older adults, but it's also a valuable fitness indicator for younger individuals. Lasting just 30 seconds, this simple test provides ...

The sit-to-stand test takes just 30 seconds to complete, but its results can provide profound insights into your health.

Your reaction times can reveal a surprising amount about what's going on inside your body, from your brain health to your ...

Researchers found that over just eight weeks, water aerobics, a low-impact form of in-water exercise, can boost VO2 max by 12.5 per cent and anaerobic threshold by five per cent.

For older adults, especially those hobbled with osteoarthritis, being active can a challenge. Resist the temptation to stay ...

Frequent digital tech was found linked to slower cognitive decline in older adults, challenging the idea that screen time ...

It's commonly performed in GP surgeries, or community settings when screening for health issues amongst older ... adults to do the STS test and then compared the results. They found that the avera ...

Long-term exposure to high levels of air pollution may harm the brain health of older adults in England ... worse on cognitive tests compared to those living in areas with average pollution ...

People diagnosed with type 2 diabetes might benefit soon from Eli Lilly's new orforglipron weight loss drug following its ...

Using technology may be linked with a lower risk of developing cognitive decline later in life, a new study has found.

Continuous glucose monitoring devices could overstate blood sugar levels, with a study revealing inconsistencies in readings compared with traditional methods.

Miscommunication between hospital staff regularly puts patients at risk, a new study says. Poor communications between health ...