Is it possible to draw conclusions about an adult's physical condition on the basis of their age? The answer is: "It depends." On the one hand, it is well known that the body's ability to function decreases with age, while ...
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Sleep helps the brain to cleanse itself—and now this process can be measured in humans entirely noninvasively. Researchers at the University of Oulu have developed a method that allows the increased movement of brain fluids ...
Mar 31, 2026
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A research team from the Department of Pharmacology and Pharmacy, LKS Faculty of Medicine of the University of Hong Kong (HKUMed), has found that nitrogen-containing bisphosphonates (NBPs), a medication widely used in the ...
Mar 17, 2026
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There's a growing consensus that your ZIP code is a strong predictor of your health and lifespan. Now, researchers at NYU School of Global Public Health have determined that neighborhood conditions may be driving aging at ...
Apr 7, 2026
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Virginia Tech scientists at the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute say the increased risk of cardiovascular disease after menopause may stem not only from declining hormone levels, but also from how those changes influence ...
Apr 27, 2026
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The loss of a spouse is an incredibly emotional and stressful experience, and as populations continue to live longer lives, more couples will experience this distress. But spousal bereavement appears to affect genders differently, ...
Mar 12, 2026
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A healthy brain may help protect thinking and memory skills from the early effects of Alzheimer's disease, a new study has found. Dementia is currently the leading cause of death in Australia and Alzheimer's disease is its ...
May 15, 2026
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When disasters strike, nursing homes face uniquely high stakes. Residents often depend on power, medications, mobility assistance, and continuous care—all of which can be disrupted by hurricanes, wildfires, or other emergencies. ...
Mar 22, 2026
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A new framework to prevent and manage frailty in older Australians has been developed in a national project led by University of Queensland researchers. The Australian Consensus Statements are recommendations designed in ...
May 11, 2026
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Consumption of eggs is associated with a lower risk of being diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease for those 65 years and older, according to researchers at Loma Linda University Health. Eating one egg per day for at least five ...
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