Tag: ageing populations
Birding May Change the Brain—and Bring Cognitive Benefits
Learning a new skill can reshape the brain, changing both its structure and activity. While previous research has…
Understanding Fragility Fracture Risk: Preventing the Next Fall
Japan's rapidly ageing population has brought the health and wellbeing of older adults into sharper focus, with preventing…
The Key to a Fulfilling Retirement: Staying Social
Staying socially connected may be one of the most effective ways to protect brain health after leaving the…
Immigrants Experiencing Partial Acceptance in America Report Worse Health Outcomes
A longstanding puzzle in social epidemiology is that immigrants often arrive in the United States healthier than the…
New Research Suggests the Ageing Brain May Be More Resilient and Adaptable Than Previously Thought
A landmark study recently published in the journal Nature Portfolio Scientific Reports suggests that cognitive decline is not…
The Arts and Healthy Ageing: Evidence of a Slower Ageing Pace
Regular participation in arts and cultural activities such as reading, listening to music, or visiting museums and galleries…
Daily Rest-Activity Patterns Correlate with the Pace of Biological Ageing
Adults with stronger and more consistent daily patterns of rest and activity may experience slower biological aging, according…
Healthy Ageing in the Digital Era
As Australia and many countries around the world experience rapidly ageing populations, technology is increasingly viewed as a…
Researchers Explore Garlic Compound’s Role in Maintaining Muscle Health
Researchers are exploring whether a natural compound found in aged garlic extract could help support muscle health as…
Redesigning Hospitals for an Ageing Population
Public hospitals play a vital role in caring for aging populations, yet many operate under financial strain and…
Research in Sweden Reveals Subtle Complexities in Japanese Ageing
Although people in Japan are known for their longevity, longer life does not automatically equate to better health…
Older Adults Who Cook Weekly May See a 30% Drop in Dementia Risk
Preparing a home-cooked meal at least once a week may reduce older adults’ risk of developing dementia by…