Wellness
Strong Association Detected Between Heme Iron in Red Meat and Increased Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
A recent study by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health researchers has further substantiated the connection between higher consumption of heme iron—found predominantly in red meat and other animal…
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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
Why do we move slower the older we get? New study delivers answers
A fundamental reality of the ageing process is the gradual decrease in movement speed, whether it involves something as routine…
Root microbes could hold the key to improving the taste of tea
The rich flavours of a quality tea are primarily influenced by the varieties of tea leaves used in its preparation.…
Exploring Pathways to Environmental Restoration: Sustainable Strategies for Cesium Removal from Radioactive Wastewater
The Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster, triggered by the earthquake and tsunami on March 11, 2011, resulted in a severe release…
The foodborne pathogen Listeria can evade sanitizers by concealing itself within biofilms
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlight that every year in the U.S., approximately 1,600 individuals contract a severe…
Probiotics in kombucha mimic fasting and decrease fat reserves in worms
In a recent study, it has been discovered that the microbes in kombucha tea induce alterations in fat metabolism within…
Unveiling the Oversight: The Neglect of Cancer Research in Older Adults
A critical evaluation of existing research unveils a significant oversight in addressing the intricate nexus of ageing, health disparities, and…
Intelligent skin bacteria can produce and secrete molecules to combat acne
An international research project, spearheaded by the Translational Synthetic Biology Laboratory within the Department of Medicine and Life Sciences (MELIS)…
Medicare is covering message-based e-visits. Are older adults utilising this service?
At the onset of the pandemic, Medicare made a pivotal move, announcing its intention to reimburse healthcare providers for the…