Health and Medicine
Fall Prevention Clinics: A Smart Investment in Older Adult Health
Falls remain one of the leading causes of injury and hospitalisation among older adults, creating considerable pressure on individuals, families, and the health-care system. Beyond the immediate physical harm, falls…
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New Analysis in Nature Reviews Microbiology Examines the Impact of Climate Change on Waterborne Diseases
Climate change is reshaping the spread of waterborne diseases worldwide, according to a comprehensive review…
Temperature Perception: How the Body Senses Heat and Cold
New research from the University of Queensland has challenged long-held ideas about how the nervous…
Doctors May Rely on AI Even When Experience Suggests Otherwise
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly being used to help doctors identify which patients are most…
The Hidden Link Between Food and Gene Activity: Scientists Discover a Biological “Pencil”
A new international clinical intervention study published in Clinical Nutrition has uncovered molecular evidence explaining…
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Modest Increases in Walking Pace Linked to Significant Improvements in Endurance and Aerobic Fitness Among Older Adults
Frailty is a common condition in older adults that makes them more vulnerable to stress and increases the risk of…
Research reveals strong social infrastructure fosters healthier, more resilient communities
Despite the vast sums of money the United States invests in health care annually, the nation’s health outcomes have been…
Major Cancers More Prevalent in Economically Disadvantaged Japanese Communities, 16-Year Study Finds
A comprehensive analysis of sixteen years of data on Japanese adults has revealed that five common cancers—lung, stomach, colorectal, liver,…
Heart Health at Risk from Air Pollution Exposure
A groundbreaking study published today in Radiology, the journal of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), has revealed that…
Workout-triggered protein restores strength to ageing muscles and bones
The adage “Exercise is good for your health” is widely accepted, yet few people can explain with precision the biological…
Struggling to Lift 5 kg Could Signal Declining Health and Underlying Chronic Conditions, Researchers Warn
A groundbreaking international study has identified a simple yet powerful predictor of health in older adults: the ability to lift…
Preventing Falls Before They Happen: The Promise of Early Intervention for Seniors
As people age, their bodies inevitably change, affecting strength, mobility, and sensory function. Tasks that once seemed effortless become more…
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…