Tag: gerontology
Individuals with an Uncommon Longevity Mutation Might Also Enjoy Cardiovascular Protection
A study illuminates potential cardiovascular health benefits in individuals affected by a rare condition known as growth hormone…
Strategies to Tackle Homelessness Among Older Adults
Homelessness affects not only young people but also a growing number of older adults, as highlighted in an…
Financial Instability’s Impact on Cognitive Health Among Black Americans
Recent research reveals significant disparities in financial stability between Black and white Americans during midlife, which may have…
Study Finds Climbing the Social Ladder Slows Progression of Dementia in Japan
A newly published study led by researchers from Osaka University and featured in JAMA Network Open reveals compelling…
Essential Nutrients Linked to Slower Brain Aging: A Study
Scientists have long focused on understanding the brain to promote healthier ageing, yet preventing cognitive decline remains a…
Utilizing Videoconferencing to Encourage Physical Activity among Older Adults: Transforming Health Education into Practical Application
The ubiquity of videoconferencing software in businesses and educational institutions, catalysed by the COVID-19 pandemic, has unveiled its…
A study from NTU Singapore and Duke-NUS finds that older Singaporeans who volunteer perceive an improved quality of life
A groundbreaking study conducted by Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) and Duke-NUS Medical School (Duke-NUS) has uncovered…
Recent research uncovers the molecular signature of biological ageing
The University of Pittsburgh, a renowned institution in the field of ageing research, has achieved a significant milestone.…
The functional capacity of individuals in their advanced years can be likened to an ecosystem that is prone to collapse upon facing disturbances
As individuals age, the interconnections between various facets of their functional capacity tend to strengthen, potentially signalling a…
Selenium as an indicator of metabolic syndrome in middle-aged women
A study published in the journal Aging, known in academic circles as "Aging (Albany NY)" according to MEDLINE/PubMed…
Concerns over expenses, time away from employment, and COVID-19 deterred some older adults from undergoing surgical procedures
Recent research highlights that the decision-making process for older adults regarding elective surgery encompasses far more than the…
The ethical burden, limited resources, and ineffective management lead to the departure of home care workers from their positions
Numerous wellbeing services counties recently established in Finland are contemplating reductions in expenditures on eldercare services, particularly affecting…