Frailty and depression together may substantially increase dementia risk in later life
Concurrent physical frailty and depression are likely to markedly increase the risk of dementia in older people, with the interaction between these two factors alone accounting for around 17% of…
Daytime Sleepiness in the Elderly? It May Double the Risk of Dementia
A recent study published on March 19, 2025, in Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, presents findings highlighting a significant correlation between increasing daytime sleepiness over…
Communal Dining Associated with Enhanced Wellbeing
Research led by an academic from University College London (UCL) for the World Happiness Report has uncovered that individuals who partake in shared mealtimes are likelier to experience higher life…
Feeling Overwhelmed? How Stress Could Elevate Your Stroke Risk
A recent study published in Neurology®, the journal of the American Academy of Neurology, on March 5, 2025, suggests that individuals living with chronic stress, particularly younger women, may face…
Deciphering the Brain’s Methods for Differentiating Pain from Itch
A research initiative led by KAANG Bong-Kiun, director of the Center for Cognition and Sociality within the Institute for Basic Science (IBS), in collaboration with KO Hyoung-Gon, professor at Kyung…
Study Reveals One-Third of Elderly Canadians Face Nutritional Challenges
A recent study has revealed that one-third of Canadian adults aged 55 or older are at risk of poor nutrition, potentially leading to an increase in hospital stays, more frequent…
Significant Traumatic Stress Detected in Caregivers of Adult Cancer Patients
Millions of family members and friends annually undertake the emotionally taxing role of caregivers for loved ones undergoing cancer treatment. A recent scoping review published in the Archives of Geriatrics…
Ten Percent of Elderly South Asian Immigrants in Canada Suffer from Hypothyroidism
A recent study featured in the Archives of Gerontology and Geriatrics Plus revealed that 10% of South Asian immigrants over the age of 45 residing in Canada are affected by…
Combining Exercise and Healthy Eating Habits for Optimal Cardiovascular Health Protection
Researchers at the University of Jyväskylä's Faculty of Sport and Health Sciences have unearthed critical insights linking physical activity levels, eating behaviours, and body fat distribution to the risk of…
Research Suggests High Temperatures Could Accelerate Ageing in Elderly Individuals
A recent study by the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology indicates that increased exposure to extreme heat could accelerate the biological ageing process in older adults. This revelation raises…
Effects of Smoking on the Effectiveness of Respiratory Rehabilitation and Correlation Analysis in Patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease: A Retrospective Analysis
In contrast to smokers, non-smokers exhibited substantial improvements in several respiratory parameters following rehabilitation, including forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1), forced vital capacity (FVC), the FEV1/FVC ratio, maximal…
Research unveils the role of the aging immune system in accelerating cancer development, potentially paving the way for novel preventive strategies
Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have embarked on a pivotal investigation addressing a critical yet often overlooked question in cancer research: Why does cancer risk…
Even Minimal Moderate to Vigorous Exercise Significantly Lowers Dementia Risk
The recent study conducted by researchers at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health highlights the significant impact that minimal physical activity can have on reducing the risk of…
Novel Domestic Intervention May Decrease Emergency Hospital Visits Among the Elderly
A groundbreaking service designed to support older adults who are beginning to experience frailty has the potential to significantly reduce emergency hospital admissions by more than a third, offering considerable…
Examining the Advantages and Risks of Intensive Blood Pressure Reduction in Elderly Populations with Diverse Traits
The Systolic Blood Pressure Intervention Trial (SPRINT) findings suggest that lower blood pressure targets can benefit community-dwelling older adults with hypertension by decreasing the risk of cardiovascular diseases and premature…
Unravelling the Connection Between Colorectal Cancer Risk and Steatotic Liver Disease
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, collectively known as NAFLD, are established risk factors for colorectal cancer (CRC). Over recent years, NAFLD has been recognised as a diverse disease closely…