Wellness
Research Uncovers Potential Heart Health Impacts of ‘Forever Chemicals’ on Older Women
New research conducted at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has unveiled significant connections between various types of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), commonly known as "forever chemicals," and an increased…
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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…
Wellness
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…
Controlling Your Diabetes to Avoid Related Vision Impairments
Diabetes impacts over 10% of adults globally, accompanying a rise in vision-threatening diabetic retinal disease (DRD). Alarmingly, DRD is the…
Online Initiative Enhances Stability and Strengthens Older Adults, Reducing Falls
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have presented promising results from evaluating "Strong Foundations," a digital fall prevention…
Offspring of Mothers Who Smoked or Were Obese More Likely to Be Obese in Adulthood
A study by researchers, including Glenna Nightingale from the University of Edinburgh, UK, reveals that factors outside an individual's control,…
New Study Finds That Incorporating Smoking Cessation Support into Talking Therapies Increases Quit Rates
A recent study conducted by the University of Bath, supported by Cancer Research UK and released on No Smoking Day…