Ageing Well
Study Finds Higher Healthcare Costs Linked to Unplanned Utilization Among Patients with Cognitive Impairment
Researchers from Duke-NUS Medical School and the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine utilised population-based Singapore Chinese Health Study data. They discovered that individuals with cognitive impairment spend, on…
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The Moving Body, the Hydraulic Brain: Exploring Fluid Shifts in the Brain
The brain is more mechanically connected to the body than previously understood, according to new…
Lingering Effects: How Early Substance Use Leaves Its Mark on the Brain
Young adults who frequently use substances may face lasting consequences for memory later in life,…
Mediterranean-style eating could strengthen mitochondrial pathways supporting cardiovascular and cognitive health
A new study from researchers at the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology suggests that…
The Brain’s Internal Compass Stability May Hold the Key to Memory Longevity
A discovery by McGill University researchers sheds light on how memories can endure over time,…
Ageing Well
An insufficient number of caregivers for an excessive number of patients is a detrimental mix for the elderly in rural regions
The surge in the elderly population across the Western world, propelled by the ageing of the baby boomer generation, is…
Biological age disparity and increased mortality rates associated with social isolation
Recent research conducted by the Mayo Clinic has uncovered that individuals experiencing social isolation exhibit signs of accelerated biological ageing…
Research identifies alterations in cognitive function among elderly drivers through the use of sensors installed in vehicles
It is estimated that between four to eight million older adults in the United States who are experiencing mild cognitive…
As we age, our cells become less likely to express longer genes
Ageing might not primarily hinge on specific "ageing genes" but rather on the length of a gene. That is the…
Factors contributing to the increased risk of frailty in old age vary between men and women
Elderly individuals diagnosed with frailty syndrome require prioritization in primary healthcare settings due to their heightened susceptibility to falls, hospitalizations,…
Optimal quality in non-profit residential care homes for the older adults
Research conducted by the University of Gothenburg has highlighted that Sweden's top-performing long-term residential care homes for older adults, which…
Investigations reveal that tai chi excels over standard exercises in boosting seniors’ mobility and stability
Despite the recognised advantages of tai chi for enhancing functional mobility and balance in older adults, the breadth of these…
Research finds vulnerability to peer influence continues into adulthood
The concept of "peer pressure" traditionally conjures images of children or teenagers navigating extreme situations under the influence of their…