Guiding Screens and Streams: Grandparents’ Role in Children’s Media Engagement
A new study from Rutgers University has found that grandparents play a far more important role in managing children’s media use than previously recognised. Conducted by Dafna Lemish, a Distinguished…
The Persistent Cycle of Protein Aggregation in Alzheimer’s Disease and Ageing
The aggregation of insoluble proteins in the brain is a well-established hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease and various other neurodegenerative conditions, as well as a natural consequence of ageing. While traditional…
High Risk of Kidney Complications Found in Hospitalized Older Adults with Heart Failure
Researchers from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, a founding Mass General Brigham healthcare system member, have uncovered significant links between heart failure and kidney disease, prompting innovative approaches to integrate care…
Artificial Intelligence Health Coaching Reduces Blood Pressure and Enhances Patient Engagement in Hypertension Management
A recent study published in JMIR Cardio by JMIR Publications demonstrates the efficacy of a fully digital, AI-driven lifestyle coaching programme in reducing blood pressure (BP) among adults with hypertension.…
Cleveland Clinic study finds connection between elevated niacin levels and heart disease
Cleveland Clinic researchers have made a groundbreaking discovery, uncovering a novel pathway implicated in cardiovascular disease associated with elevated levels of niacin, a common B vitamin traditionally used to lower…
Health Impacts of Transient Social Isolation
A recent urgent investigation led by researchers from the Penn State College of Health and Human Development and the Center for Healthy Aging has brought to light the intricate relationship…
Impact of Distance and Socioeconomic Status on Survival Rates in Patients with Chronic Lung Disease
In a recent study led by the University of East Anglia, researchers discovered significant disparities in the outcomes of patients with pulmonary fibrosis based on their socioeconomic status and proximity…
Evening Aerobic Exercise Offers Greater Benefits to Elderly Individuals with Hypertension
Recent groundbreaking research at the University of São Paulo’s School of Physical Education and Sports (EEFE-USP) in Brazil has illuminated the optimal timing of aerobic exercise for elderly individuals managing…
Early-Onset Diabetes Linked to Higher Risk of Neurodegenerative Conditions in Later Life
A recent investigation by researchers at the Lifecourse Epidemiology of Adiposity and Diabetes (LEAD) Center at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus reveals troubling findings regarding young people diagnosed…
Lack of Improvement by Donepezil in Chemotherapy-Related Cognitive Impairment
Many breast cancer survivors experience cancer-related cognitive impairment following chemotherapy, with varying rates and severity. To explore potential treatments for this condition, researchers from Wake Forest University School of Medicine…
Fans Alone Won’t Defeat the Heat!
As climate change intensifies the frequency and severity of heat waves, the search for safe and accessible cooling methods, especially for vulnerable populations like older adults, becomes increasingly urgent. While…
Link Between Thiamine Intake and Mental Sharpness: Understanding the J-shaped Curve
Recent research published in the open-access journal General Psychiatry indicates a notable relationship between dietary thiamine (vitamin B1) and cognitive function among cognitively healthy older adults. Based on data from…
Traumatic Brain Injury Affects One in Every Eight Elderly Americans
A recent study conducted by UC San Francisco alongside the San Francisco VA Health Care System has revealed that approximately 13% of older adults are diagnosed with traumatic brain injury…
Enhancing Caregiver Wellbeing through Supervised Physical Exercise
The caregiving demographic primarily comprises older and middle-aged women from the working class. They face a high prevalence of lower back pain that can lead to psycho-affective issues and a…
Quick Five-Minute Assessment Enhances Dementia Care in Primary Settings
The challenge of underdiagnosing dementia, particularly among Black and Hispanic populations, remains a significant issue in healthcare. A groundbreaking study recently published in Nature Medicine introduces a straightforward, five-minute test…
Unveiling the Role of B12 Deficiency in Inflammation: A Hidden Trigger Revealed
Vitamin B12 is an indispensable nutrient crucial for various physiological processes. It is pivotal in maintaining overall health. Its deficiency often stems from inadequate dietary intake, particularly among vegetarian and…