Older adults face a high risk of isolation, especially after they retire. A recent study from the University of Georgia suggests smartphones, computers and tablets may help older adults stay connected. The work is published ...
Oct 27, 2025
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In elderly people, a decline in lower limb function—essential for walking and standing—substantially contributes to the demand for nursing care. The research team has previously reported an association between lower limb ...
Oct 23, 2025
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Listening to music when you are over 70 years of age has been linked to a 39% reduction in the risk of dementia, according to a Monash University-led study of over 10,800 older people.
Oct 23, 2025
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Socializing could help to reverse frailty in older people, according to new research published in the American Journal of Epidemiology.
Oct 23, 2025
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An analysis in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society reveals that older inpatients admitted by physicians who prescribe higher amounts of first-generation antihistamines face an elevated risk of delirium while in ...
Oct 22, 2025
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Nearly a decade ago, Kristen Beavers, who studies safe ways for older adults to lose weight, began asking whether weighted vests could help this population drop pounds without sacrificing vital bone mass and lean muscle. ...
Oct 21, 2025
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Whether it's taking a trip to Disneyland or sharing a meal with a loved one, fulfilling a "bucket list" wish near the end of life offers more than fleeting joy. A new study from The University of Texas at Arlington finds ...
Oct 21, 2025
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Every year, thousands of families sit in hospital rooms hearing words no one wants to hear: "We have done everything we can." What happens next, whether doctors stay engaged or step away, can transform one of life's most ...
Oct 20, 2025
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As we age, keeping our bodies active helps us stay healthier for longer and protects against chronic disease. We can also exercise our brains to prevent age-related mental decline with activities like reading aloud, writing ...
Oct 16, 2025
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Voluntary assisted dying is being debated in the Northern Territory (NT) parliament this week.
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