Wellness
Sleep Patterns, Cognitive Decline, and Mortality Among Elderly US Residents
A recently published study titled "Poor Sleep Quality, Dementia Status, and Their Association with All-Cause Mortality Among Older US Adults" features in Volume 16, Issue 17 of the journal Aging,…
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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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Close Ties: Nearly 50% of American Grandchildren Live Near a Grandparent
New, exact estimates indicate that most American grandchildren reside close to at least one grandparent, a finding that carries important…
Weight variation as a potential contributor to cognitive decline in later life
Adults aged 65 and older who lose more than five per cent of their body weight, or whose weight fluctuates…
Consistent sleep patterns linked to better recovery outcomes in heart failure, researchers report
People recovering from heart failure may significantly improve their chances of avoiding further complications by maintaining a regular sleep routine,…
Innovative drug could help patients with stubborn blood pressure
A major international study has shown that a new tablet treatment can substantially reduce blood pressure in patients whose levels…
Study highlights deteriorating heart function in ageing adults with cardiac illness
New research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association has revealed that U.S. adults aged 65 and older…
Research uncovers hidden body fat’s role in speeding up heart ageing
An extensive new study has revealed that excessive amounts of visceral fat — the hidden fat stored deep within the…
Stalking linked to increased risk of heart disease and stroke in women
A new study published in the American Heart Association’s journal Circulation has found that women who reported being stalked or…
Rising Heat and Humidity Linked to Surge in Emergency Visits for Heart Problems
Extreme heat places an enormous strain on the cardiovascular system, as the heart must work harder to regulate body temperature.…