Wellness
Older adults are eager to communicate using emojis; they simply struggle with understanding their usage
A recent study conducted by the University of Ottawa sheds light on how emojis are interpreted across different age groups. It revealed that while older adults comprehend the meanings of…
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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…
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…
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…
Wellness
Diets of Those Who Drink Only Beer Are Poorer Than Those of Wine Drinkers
According to a study scheduled for presentation at The Liver Meeting, hosted by the American Association for the Study of…
Acknowledging Traumatic Brain Injury as a Persistent Condition Enhances Lifelong Care for Survivors
A commentary published in the Journal of Neurotrauma advocates for traumatic brain injury (TBI) to be classified as a chronic…
Daytime Sleepiness May Be Linked to Early Dementia Syndrome
Older individuals who experience daytime sleepiness or a diminished enthusiasm for daily activities due to sleep disturbances may be more…
Enhancing Treatment Results for Adults with Congenital Heart Disease
A recent article published in JAMA Network Open casts new light on the life quality and health outcomes of adults…
Excessive Intake of Ultra-Processed Foods Associated with Hastened Biological Ageing
A recent study carried out by the Research Unit of Epidemiology and Prevention at the I.R.C.C.S. Neuromed in Pozzilli, in…
Dimmer Days and Brighter Nights May Hasten One’s Demise
A comprehensive study encompassing over 13 million hours of data gathered from light sensors worn by 89,000 participants has uncovered…
Education, Employment, and Wealth Influence Cognitive Impairment Risk
A recent study led by researchers from University College London (UCL) has found that socioeconomic factors, including education, occupation, and…
Exposure to Metals May Heighten the Risk of Cardiovascular Diseases
Environmental pollution from metals is increasingly recognized as a significant factor contributing to coronary artery calcification, a condition as detrimental…