Sustaining life and wellbeing in old age: the vital role of social support

16 December 2025

Recent research from the University of Eastern Finland highlights the significant role that social support plays in shaping health, wellbeing, and survival in later life.…

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Tai chi matches therapy in chronic insomnia care

7 December 2025

Tai chi, a gentle form of mind–body exercise widely practised within Chinese communities, appears to offer benefits comparable to talking therapy for middle-aged and older…

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The Real Priorities of Older People Might Surprise You

15 October 2025

A recent study from Case Western Reserve University has revealed a surprising insight into the lives and priorities of senior citizens receiving treatment at walk-in…

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Arts participation linked to lower rates of heart disease, diabetes, and other major causes of death, large-scale study reveals

13 October 2025

Art is far more than an indulgence for the imagination or a vehicle for creative self-expression; it can also serve as a potent and practical…

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Hitting 100 grows less likely as longevity improvements lose steam

16 September 2025

A new study co-authored by a University of Wisconsin–Madison professor has found that the extraordinary life expectancy gains made by high-income countries in the first…

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Helping Others Found to Delay Cognitive Decline

23 August 2025

Recent evidence suggests that meaningful social engagement can be a powerful safeguard for brain health. A team from The University of Texas at Austin and…

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US POINTER Trial Shows Structured Lifestyle Changes Can Slow Cognitive Decline

10 August 2025

In US POINTER, participants were randomly assigned to one of two groups: a structured, higher-intensity lifestyle programme or a self-guided, lower-intensity approach. The structured intervention…

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New Research Links Chronic Pain to Micronutrient Deficiencies

28 July 2025

A newly published study from the University of Arizona Health Sciences has uncovered a significant connection between micronutrient deficiencies and chronic pain. Appearing in Pain…

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Association Between Excessive Daytime Sleepiness and Mortality Among Middle-Aged Women

27 June 2025

A forthcoming study to be presented at the SLEEP 2025 annual meeting reveals a significant association between excessive daytime sleepiness and elevated all-cause mortality among…

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Healthy Eating Linked to Cardiometabolic Gains, Even Without Weight Reduction

20 June 2025

A new study led by researchers at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and Ben-Gurion University in Israel has shed light on a…

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Sustained Weight Loss in Midlife Tied to Enhanced Longevity and Healthier Living

10 June 2025

The University of Helsinki has recently published a groundbreaking study that sheds significant light on the long-term health implications of midlife weight loss. Conducted over…

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Are late-night sleepers more susceptible to cognitive decline compared to early risers?

7 June 2025

As we age, the prevalence of dementia in the population steadily increases, raising concerns about how best to mitigate this looming health challenge. In the…

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