Psychology & Psychiatry
'Honey, I'm home': Pandemic life for married couples can lead to sadness, anger
Maybe space is tight in your home and you share a remote office with your spouse.
Jan 28, 2021
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Gerontology & Geriatrics
Acute illnesses and injuries raise seniors' risk of severe disability
Older patients have a much higher chance of developing a severe disability when they are hospitalized for an acute illness or injury such as a fall, according to a new Yale study.
Jun 3, 2020
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Veteran-directed care program is effective
A new study led by Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) and Veterans Affairs Boston Healthcare System researchers finds that a program that gives veterans flexible budgets for at-home caregivers is at least as ...
Jun 11, 2019
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Health
Tone your upper arms with these effective bicep curls
(HealthDay)—Toned biceps not only give your upper body a sleek look, but they're also vital for improving the upper body strength needed for daily living.
Mar 26, 2019
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Health
Caregivers in Canada need more support
It's time to strengthen support for the 28% of people who provide care for an ageing family member, friend or neighbour in Canada, argues an editorial in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal).
Mar 4, 2019
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Moderate to high intensity exercise does not slow cognitive decline in people with dementia
Moderate to high intensity exercise does not slow cognitive (mental) impairment in older people with dementia, finds a trial published by The BMJ today.
May 16, 2018
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Health
Core outcomes established for multimorbidity research
According to a panel of international experts, clinical trials of multimorbidity should measure and report, at minimum, quality of life, mortality, and mental health outcomes.
Mar 13, 2018
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Health
Three-quarters receiving 'End of Life Option Act' drugs take them
(HealthDay)—About three-quarters of patients in California who receive End of Life Option Act (EOLOA) drugs ingest them and die, according to a research letter published online Dec. 26 in JAMA Internal Medicine.
Dec 29, 2017
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Physicians report high rate of uncontrolled atopic dermatitis
(HealthDay)—Physicians rate a high proportion of patients with atopic dermatitis (AD) as having inadequate disease control, according to a study published online Nov. 13 in the Journal of Dermatology.
Dec 1, 2017
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Health
Small changes to homes can improve quality of life and relieve pressure on NHS and social care
A new report published today finds that making small changes to older people's homes, such as installing handrails, ramps and level-access showers, alongside carrying out simple home repairs, could play a significant role ...
Nov 29, 2017
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