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Cardiac Structural Impairment Linked to Increased Risk of Long-Term Adverse Health Events and Mortality
Higher left atrial end-systolic dimension (LASD), a measure of the size of the heart’s left upper chamber, and greater left ventricular mass (LVM), which reflects the weight of the heart’s…
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Modest Improvements in Sleep, Nutrition, and Physical Activity Could Help Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke
New research suggests that making small improvements to sleep, diet, and physical activity—when done together—can…
Older Adults Who Cook Weekly May See a 30% Drop in Dementia Risk
Preparing a home-cooked meal at least once a week may reduce older adults’ risk of…
Newly Developed Mandarin Toolkit Helps Spot Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease
Asian Americans represent the fastest-growing segment of older adults in the United States, yet many…
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,…
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Newly developed tool assists Parkinson’s patients in making decisions about deep brain stimulation
Deciding whether and when to pursue deep brain stimulation (DBS) can feel overwhelming for people living with Parkinson’s disease. Although…
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,…
Researchers find gut health supplement may help relieve arthritis pain
A new study has found that a prebiotic fibre supplement can reduce pain, enhance grip strength, and lower pain sensitivity…
New Perspective Positions Buildings as Critical to Health Determinants
As populations continue to age, growing attention is being directed towards the institutional environments where many older adults live, including…
Clinical pilot study shows potential of low-dose lithium in slowing verbal memory loss
Lithium, a treatment long used for bipolar disorder, may offer neuroprotective effects that extend beyond mood stabilisation. An exploratory clinical…
Off-Label Antipsychotic Prescriptions Prevalent in Older Adult Population, Study Shows
A large registry-based investigation conducted in Finland by researchers from the University of Oulu and the University of Eastern Finland…
The Hidden Cost of Age Anxiety: Faster Ageing in Women
Anxiety about getting older, especially fears centred on declining health, may extend beyond the mind and register at a biological…
Low-weight resistance training enhances muscle condition and metabolism for people with type 2 diabetes
Physical training is a key part of treating type 2 diabetes because it helps control blood glucose levels and supports…