Wellness
Encouraging hair regeneration in aging follicular stem cells
Just as the ageing process can lead to reduced mobility due to less flexible joints, the stem cells within hair follicles also experience decreased flexibility, hindering their ability to foster…
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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…
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Retinal Thickening Linked to Increased Risk and Severity of Postoperative Delirium in Older Adults
A new study published in the open-access journal General Psychiatry found that thickening of the macular layer in the right…
Ageing immigrants and those living with dementia encounter comparable challenges in obtaining both social and healthcare services
A recent investigation carried out by the University of Eastern Finland has shed light on the intricate and overlapping barriers…
Fatty Liver Disease Associated with Higher Mortality Risk from Multiple Conditions
A detailed study conducted by researchers at Karolinska Institutet reveals that individuals diagnosed with fatty liver disease face nearly double…
Penn Study Suggests Older Adults May Have Greater Resistance to Bird Flu Infections Than Youngsters
Recent research conducted at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania has uncovered that prior exposure to…
New Research Indicates Viewing Natural Landscapes May Alleviate Pain
A recent neuroimaging study has made a significant discovery: observing natural environments can alleviate the sensation of pain by reducing…
Recent Research Indicates That Routine Exercise Before Hospitalisation Enhances Recovery in Heart Failure Cases
Heart failure remains a significant health issue, particularly among older populations, where it notably raises mortality rates and drastically reduces…
Can Artificial Intelligence Aid in the Detection of Cognitive Impairment?
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) serves as an early warning signal for potential Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Recognising such cognitive declines…
Evaluating Pain, Anxiety, and Additional Symptoms in Non-Verbal Nursing Home Residents
Up to fifty per cent of nursing home residents suffer from cognitive impairments, rendering them unable to verbally communicate their…