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Stressful experiences during middle age may be a risk factor for developing Alzheimer’s disease in later years
The study's findings, which suggest a potential link between stressful experiences in midlife or during childhood and a…
Utilising health records to anticipate patients’ susceptibility to falling
Using health records to forecast patients’ risk of falling within the next 12 months is feasible through a…
Rural pharmacists play a crucial role in home-based palliative care
According to new findings, pharmacists are increasingly acknowledged for their essential contributions to supporting patients receiving home-based palliative…
A study has evaluated the potential risk of mutations arising from the lingering radiation following the Fukushima nuclear disaster
Ionising radiation from nuclear disasters has known detrimental effects on the natural environment. The 2011 Fukushima Dai-ichi Nuclear…
Exploring the intricate connection between age, looks, and health: new insights on wrinkles and wisdom
The intricate interplay between physical appearance and mental and physical health as we age forms the crux of…
Scientists utilise wearable technology to monitor stress levels during sleep
Imagine a scenario where the subtle fluctuations in an individual's stress levels could be pinpointed while they peacefully…
During the COVID-19 pandemic, older adults with diabetes suffered a decline in their functional abilities
During the COVID-19 pandemic, researchers discovered that around one in five older Canadian adults with diabetes who previously…
Taking into account the various factors that contribute to cognitive difficulties in older veterans may enhance personalised care
A recent study explored how cognitive performance, memory functions, and risk factors for Alzheimer's disease correlate in veterans…
Research elucidates how childhood maltreatment affects mental and physical health well into adulthood
Childhood maltreatment can persistently influence health well into adulthood, primarily affecting an individual’s risk of poor physical health…
Understanding the Mechanisms of Ageing
Ageing clocks accurately determine the biological age of humans with remarkable precision. Unlike chronological age, calculated from birth,…
Enhancing dementia care in nursing homes: Insights from the pandemic years
No individual connected with nursing homes – whether they are residents, their families, friends, staff, or administrators –…
The potential exposure to PFAS from diets high in seafood might be underestimated
A recent study led by Dartmouth College has raised concerns about the potential for increased exposure to PFAS…
Using various soaps may influence your attractiveness to mosquitoes either positively or negatively
Numerous theories exist regarding why mosquitoes are more attracted to some individuals while others remain largely unbitten. A…
Low oxygen during sleep and sleep apnea associated with epilepsy in older adults
Sleep apnea and low oxygen levels during sleep are linked to epilepsy that first manifests after the age…
Perceived gender discrimination associated with a decrease in wellbeing among older women
A research project involving over 3,000 middle-aged and later-aged women in England has uncovered that individuals who felt…