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FAU study finds lifestyle changes can slow cognitive decline
An estimated 7.2 million Americans over the age of 65 are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). By 2060, that figure is projected to rise to nearly 13.8 million. These…
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Your neighbourhood could influence your brain’s wellbeing, new research reveals
A new study from the Wake Forest University School of Medicine has found that the…
Supporting close friends brings emotional rewards for older adults
Older adults who offer practical help to close friends—such as running errands, cooking meals, or…
The Lasting Health Impacts of Incarceration
A new study has found that older adults who have experienced incarceration face significantly poorer…
What your brain does to keep you sharp as you age
Do you naturally see the best in people, or are you quick to notice signs…
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Enhancing Longevity Through Improved Hand Dexterity
Among older adults, the decline in lower limb strength—necessary for walking, standing, and maintaining balance—has long been recognised as a…
Study reveals many Americans misunderstand the link between alcohol consumption and cancer risk
Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have reported that many people in the United States still…
New guidelines reveal a sharp rise in the number of American adults classified as obese
A new definition of obesity released earlier this year by the Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology Commission could dramatically increase the…
Back Pain Linked to Increased Risk of Common Illnesses
Back pain, often dismissed as a simple musculoskeletal complaint, is increasingly being recognised as a complex health issue that extends…
Cooling forearms in water may safeguard older adults during dangerous heatwaves
When air conditioning is unavailable during extreme heat, millions of older adults and other vulnerable groups face a significantly heightened…
FAU study finds lifestyle changes can slow cognitive decline
An estimated 7.2 million Americans over the age of 65 are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease (AD). By 2060, that…
Brain shunts deliver major benefits for older adults with hydrocephalus, UCalgary researchers report
When Jill Knaus arrived at the Adult Hydrocephalus Program at the University of Calgary, she was desperate for answers. Once…
Bone health at risk from microplastics
The global reliance on plastic has reached staggering proportions, with more than 400 million tonnes produced annually. This immense volume…