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Contrary to popular belief, aches and pains are not a typical part of aging. Age alone does not mean a person automatically experiences aches and pains. Pain can be a red flag that points to a disease, illness or injury. Any pain that interferes with the activities of daily life is worthy of attention. MayoClinic.com highlights a number of conditions that can cause major aches and pains as a person ages, and offers information on diagnosis, treatment, self-care and coping.

Reuters - After 40 years of decline, the incidence of rheumatoid arthritis appears to be on the rise among women, according to research conducted at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota.