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Some aging cells heal wounds, others cause harm: Study shows how to distinguish between the two
Lengthening life by eliminating old, inflammatory cells is a tantalizing idea, but anti-aging researchers suspect it's oversimplified. Now, University of Connecticut researchers confirm in an article published in the Nov. ...
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Study finds women are less likely than men to use mobility aids despite greater need
Though the prevalence of disability continues to rise among the over fifties, many people do not have access to the mobility aids—such as canes, walkers, or wheelchairs—that are essential for maintaining independence ...
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Researcher focuses on cognitive decline in older refugee populations in the US
When Katherine Kitchens was completing her master's degree in social work at UT Arlington, she participated in an advanced field placement at a community clinic that provided primary health care services to families in need. ...
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Neighborhood disadvantage and mortality: Evaluating the association
Living in a neighborhood with high unemployment rates, poor housing, low school quality, or poverty has been shown to have significant implications for residents' health and well-being. Yet, little is known about the impact ...
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You can't remember what you can't hear: The hearing loss, brain-health link
Humans by nature are social. People enjoy being with others, sharing stories, laughing at a joke, dancing to a favorite song, greeting a neighbor, discussing concerns or offering consolation. These connections, whether close ...
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Poll reveals role of close friendships in older adults' health
Whether they're lifelong buddies or recently connected, close to home or miles away, a new poll shows the key role that friends play in the lives and well-being of adults aged 50 and older.
Dec 12, 2024
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Paracetamol may not be as safe as perceived in older people, according to a new study
Research, led by experts at the University of Nottingham, has found that repeated doses of paracetamol in people aged 65 and over, can lead to an increased risk of gastrointestinal, cardiovascular and renal complications.
Dec 12, 2024
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Cross-sectional study shows global divide between longer life and good health
People around the globe are living longer—but not necessarily healthier—lives, according to Mayo Clinic research. A study of 183 World Health Organization (WHO) member countries found those additional years of life are ...
Dec 11, 2024
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Fluctuating blood pressure tied to problems with thinking skills in older adults
Older adults whose blood pressure fluctuates over time may be more likely to have problems with thinking and memory skills, according to a study published in the December 11, 2024, online issue of Neurology. The association ...
Dec 11, 2024
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1990 to 2021 saw decline in life expectancy in US
Life expectancy in the United States is worse than many other countries and declined from 1990 to 2021, according to a study published in the Dec. 7 issue of The Lancet.
Dec 11, 2024
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Cardiorespiratory fitness linked to preservation of cognitive abilities in older age
Higher cardiorespiratory fitness in older age is linked to the preservation of several core aspects of cognitive ability that are vulnerable to age-related decline, finds research published online in the British Journal of ...
Dec 10, 2024
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Research shows fasting, bandage combo restores bone healing in mice
A combination of intermittent fasting and a specialized biomedical bandage can restore bone healing in aged mice to levels seen in young animals, according to new research. The scientists say rigorous analysis provides compelling ...
Dec 10, 2024
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How brain changes impact financial skills as we age
Senior citizens are targeted by financial scams of all types, from email-based phishing attempts to callers looking to swindle their life savings.
Dec 10, 2024
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Online training could help older adults communicate in noisy environments
Online training that helps people recognize and understand new voices could be key to helping older adults improve communication in everyday environments, finds research by UCL experts.
Dec 10, 2024
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Innovative toothbrush can improve the quality of life for older people
After seeing the oral health of many of his older patients deteriorate drastically, dentist Johan Flyborg started looking for a solution. After five years of research in applied health technology at the Blekinge Institute ...
Dec 10, 2024
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Volunteering is linked to slower aging, study finds
Volunteering, even a small amount, is linked to slower age acceleration for both retirees and working people, finds a new study from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis.
Dec 10, 2024
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Good sleep may shield against frailty in older adults, India study finds
India is home to more than 150 million people over the age of 60. This figure will more than double by 2050, reaching roughly the current total population of the United States, according to projections from the United Nations ...
Dec 10, 2024
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Geriatric surgery program boosts outcomes for older cancer patients
Implementing the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Geriatric Surgery Verification (GSV) program leads to better postoperative outcomes and preserves independence in older cancer patients undergoing major abdominal procedures, ...
Dec 10, 2024
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Recommendations may help reduce delirium in older patients having surgery
Delirium and cognitive decline are common complications of anesthesia and surgery in older adults. Evidence-based recommendations on strategies to reduce the risk of postoperative neurocognitive disorders are presented in ...
Dec 10, 2024
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Study identifies 13 proteins strongly associated with brain aging
Thirteen proteins linked to brain aging in humans are identified in a Nature Aging paper. Changes in the concentrations of these blood proteins may peak at 57, 70, and 78 years old in humans, and suggest that these ages may ...
Dec 9, 2024
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National study finds loneliness and isolation are back to pre-pandemic levels, but still high, for older adults
Loneliness and isolation among older Americans have mostly returned to pre-pandemic rates, but that still means more than one third of people age 50 to 80 feel lonely, and nearly as many feel isolated, a national study shows.
Dec 9, 2024
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An innovative mobile app unlocks aging brain's potential while navigating in dark
A multi-sensory digital treatment protocol, incorporating sensory integration, sensory substitution, and sensory masking (e.g., blindfolding), significantly improved participants' performance on spatial memory tasks. Resting-state ...
Dec 9, 2024
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Aging myths challenged: Elderly more risk-tolerant and resistant to manipulative choices, finds study
Older adults are more inclined toward risk-taking than previously believed, and they also demonstrate an inherent ability to resist manipulation effectively, according to a study conducted by SWPS University researchers that ...
Dec 9, 2024
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We should include older adults in medical AI design
In the era of artificial intelligence (AI), medical AI is gaining significant attention for its potential to revolutionize health care and enhance a wide range of medical services.
Dec 9, 2024
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Small weight gains increase risk of back pain and disability for males, study finds
A comprehensive two-decades long study of 695 men living in Geelong found that gaining as little as three kilograms of weight over five years is linked to back pain and high rates of disability ten years later, highlighting ...
Dec 9, 2024
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