Wellness
The Link Between Vitamin D Deficiency and the Development of Autoimmune Disorders
As Canadians prepare for the "vitamin D winter" — when the sun is too low on the horizon to stimulate vitamin D synthesis in the skin — a study from…
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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…
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…
The Lasting Health Impacts of Incarceration
A new study has found that older adults who have experienced incarceration face significantly poorer…
Wellness
USC Research Finds Mindfulness Meditation Enhances Focus Across All Age Groups
A recent study conducted by the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology has revealed that just thirty days of guided…
Emerging Study Reveals Hidden Contributions of Nieces and Nephews in Dementia Care
A recent Virginia Tech study has drawn attention to the important yet often unrecognised role that nieces and nephews play…
Botanical Remedies for the Mind: Traditional Indian Medicinal Plants for Memory Decline
The mounting global population of elderly individuals has led to an alarming surge in chronic ailments, with neurocognitive disorders like…
Vitamin D Supplements Linked to Delaying the Ageing Process
Recent findings from the VITAL randomised controlled trial have highlighted the significant role vitamin D supplementation might play in preserving…
Guided Physical Therapy Enhances Recovery from Hip Fractures in Elderly Women
Findings from the STEP-HI (Starting a Testosterone and Exercise Programme after Hip Injury) trial have provided new insight into the…
Memory-Related Brain Changes Associated with REM Sleep Apnoea
Obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA), a condition marked by repeated interruptions in breathing during sleep, has been linked to changes in…
Scientists uncover heart rate indicator linked to accelerated cognitive decline in ageing adults
A healthy heart is not only defined by its strength or regularity, but also by its capacity to adapt. This…
Body Clocks, Muscle Function, and the Accelerated Ageing of Shift Workers
Muscle cells possess internal circadian clocks, finely tuned biological systems that regulate various cellular processes. According to recent research, disrupting…