Supporting close friends brings emotional rewards for older adults
Older adults who offer practical help to close friends—such as running errands, cooking meals, or assisting with household chores—tend to experience better moods in daily life. New research from the…
Study Finds Connection Between Brain Health and Socioeconomic Standing
In a landmark international study, researchers have drawn on genetic data from nearly one million individuals to examine the links between socioeconomic status (SES) and brain health. The team analysed…
A Novel Blood Epigenetic Biomarker of Ageing Emphasises Intrinsic Capacity
An international team of scientists has unveiled a new biological age estimator—a blood-based “epigenetic clock” that measures how well an individual is ageing rather than merely indicating their chronological age.…
Healthy Eating Linked to Cardiometabolic Gains, Even Without Weight Reduction
A new study led by researchers at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Ben-Gurion University in Israel has shed light on a striking finding: many people who…
New Research Links Daily Mango Consumption to Improved Heart and Metabolic Health in Postmenopausal Women
Each year, around 1.3 million women in the United States transition into menopause—a natural life stage accompanied by significant hormonal shifts that can adversely affect cardiovascular health. This transition is…
Research reveals impact of obesity on healthcare delivery
A recent qualitative study has found that older adults living with obesity often feel judged or dismissed by care providers because of their weight, which can lead to a reluctance…
New study reveals connection between depression and heightened dementia risk in middle and later life
A groundbreaking new study has revealed that depression experienced in both midlife and later life is associated with an increased risk of developing dementia. Published in eClinicalMedicine, the research provides…
Coffee Consumption Tied to Healthier Ageing in Women
A recent large-scale longitudinal study has found a promising link between midlife coffee consumption and healthy ageing in women. Conducted over three decades, the research followed nearly 50,000 women from…
Stroke survivors may benefit from talking therapy interventions
Stroke survivors experiencing depression or anxiety are more likely to recover from their psychological symptoms if they engage in talking therapy, according to a new large-scale study conducted by researchers…
Increased Parkinson’s Risk Observed in Individuals with Autism
A large-scale Swedish study has found that individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may face a significantly heightened risk of developing Parkinson’s disease earlier in life. Conducted by researchers…
Money Management in Older Adults Falters with Onset of Dementia
Older adults tend to have a keen awareness of their financial capabilities, which, intriguingly, often improves with age—provided their cognitive health remains intact. New research from Binghamton University, State University…
Enhancing Health in Later Years: The Importance of Carbohydrate Quality for Optimal Ageing
In collaboration with the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, a recent study conducted by researchers at the Jean Mayer USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging (HNRCA) at…
Daytime Sleep Patterns and Mortality Risk Among Middle-Aged and Older Adults
A newly presented study at the SLEEP 2025 annual meeting has shed light on the intriguing link between daytime napping behaviours and mortality risk in middle-aged to older adults. The…
Sustained Weight Loss in Midlife Tied to Enhanced Longevity and Healthier Living
The University of Helsinki has recently published a groundbreaking study that sheds significant light on the long-term health implications of midlife weight loss. Conducted over an impressive follow-up period ranging…
Unintentional Weight Loss Recognised as Leading Indicator of Fall Risk Among Elderly in Taiwan
A recent research paper appeared in the April 1, 2025 issue of Aging (Aging-US), Volume 17, Issue 4, entitled “Examining frailty phenotypes of community-dwelling older adults in Taiwan using the…
Botanical Remedies for the Mind: Traditional Indian Medicinal Plants for Memory Decline
The mounting global population of elderly individuals has led to an alarming surge in chronic ailments, with neurocognitive disorders like Alzheimer’s disease being of particular concern. Projections suggest that by…