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Artificial Intelligence Health Coaching Reduces Blood Pressure and Enhances Patient Engagement in Hypertension Management
A recent study published in JMIR Cardio by JMIR Publications demonstrates the efficacy of a fully digital, AI-driven lifestyle coaching programme in reducing blood pressure (BP) among adults with hypertension.…
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The Way Children Talk May Predict Future Mental Health Challenges
Researchers have found that the way children speak about stressful experiences may help predict their…
Unsafe Living Environments Elevate Fall Risk for Seniors
Older adults living in homes with electrical or plumbing problems, limited living space, or poor…
Can Eating Less Protein Promote Healthy Ageing?
Protein-fortified foods are now common, appearing in products ranging from breakfast cereals and coffee to…
Financial Instability Associated with Faster Brain Ageing
Persistent financial hardship is associated with faster cognitive decline and poorer brain health in later…
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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…