Living Well
Important Notice for Older Adults: Quitting Smoking is Always an Option
Elsevier's new study published in the *American Journal of Preventive Medicine* reveals that even quitting smoking at 75 can significantly extend one's life expectancy. The study, spearheaded by Thuy T.T.…
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Older Adults Using Hearing Aids Effectively May Face Lower Dementia Risk, HKUMed Study Finds
Researchers from the School of Public Health at the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine…
Replacing Red Meat with Salmon May Improve Health and Cut Carbon Emissions
New research from the University of Bristol and the University of Southampton suggests that replacing…
Tomato and Soy Juice Combination Shows Anti-Inflammatory Benefits in Obese Adults
A tomato-soy juice enriched with plant compounds linked to health benefits significantly reduced markers of…
Handwriting Speed May Signal Early Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
Handwriting is a complex activity that depends on both fine motor skills and higher-level cognitive…
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Sustainable Diet Changes Could Lower Emissions Without Higher Food Costs
Modest changes to meat and dairy consumption could help Scotland meet its climate targets while improving public health and nutrition,…
The Arts and Healthy Ageing: Evidence of a Slower Ageing Pace
Regular participation in arts and cultural activities such as reading, listening to music, or visiting museums and galleries may help…
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 significantly reduce the risk of…
Exercise and Nutritional Support May Help Reduce Care Dependency in Dementia
A simple combination of daily physical exercise and protein-rich nutritional drinks may offer meaningful health benefits for people living with…
Protective Turning Behaviours Used by Older Adults Concerned About Falling
About one in three older adults experiences a fall each year, often resulting in serious injuries such as fractures that…
Study finds cutting alcohol consumption could save lives from cancer
Cutting average alcohol consumption in Australia by just one litre per person each year could lead to a meaningful reduction…
Night waking disrupts cognitive functioning regardless of how long one sleeps
For many years, guidance around healthy sleep has centred on the number of hours spent asleep each night. However, emerging…
FAU-led research provides further evidence linking alcohol consumption to cancer
As the holiday season approaches and social gatherings become more frequent, new research serves as a timely reminder to consider…