Ageing Well
Decoding Patterns of Illness in Elderly Initiating Long-Term Care in Japan and Their Prospective Health Results
With the ageing population on the rise, the need to improve the quality and efficiency of healthcare for older adults has never been more pressing. This demographic is incredibly diverse,…
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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
Ongoing Physical Activity Helps Prevent Metabolic Syndrome
A recent Finnish study shows that adults who remain physically active throughout adulthood have a significantly lower prevalence of metabolic…
Digital innovations for improving dementia care among people ageing at home and their caregivers
Digital technology is now woven into everyday life, shaping how people communicate, organise support, and maintain relationships. From messaging platforms…
Why didn’t the senior cross in time? Longer pedestrian phases could benefit people with reduced mobility
Road crossings in the UK may be moving too quickly for many people, particularly older adults and those with reduced…
Protecting Brain Health: Why Tackling Midlife Obesity Matters
Obesity remains one of the most pressing global health concerns, and weight loss is routinely encouraged as a way to…
Older adults who dine alone may face lower nutritional intake
New research from Flinders University has shown that older adults who routinely eat their meals alone tend to have poorer…
Research in the Chinese Medical Journal links regular exercise to healthier vascular ageing and extended vitality
The rapid growth of the global ageing population has intensified the burden of age-related diseases on public health systems. As…
Playing or listening to music in later life tied to sharply lower dementia risk, research shows
A new Monash University-led study has found that regularly listening to music after the age of seventy is associated with…
Groundbreaking research shows seniors can bounce back to wellness
A new Canadian study is delivering a hopeful message to older adults and those who care for them: it is…