human health
David Gems and Alexander Carver of University College London, working alongside Yuan Zhao from Queen Mary University of London, introduce a fresh conceptual model for…
Routine movements outweigh handgrip strength in supporting osteoarthritis patients
Daily physical activity plays a far more significant role in the well-being of people living with osteoarthritis than handgrip strength or isolated motor tasks, according…
The Real Priorities of Older People Might Surprise You
A recent study from Case Western Reserve University has revealed a surprising insight into the lives and priorities of senior citizens receiving treatment at walk-in…
Biological ageing speed shown to predict cognitive deterioration in older adults
A new study published in Aging (Aging-US), Volume 17, Issue 7, on 21 July 2025, is titled “Association of DNA methylation age acceleration with digital…
Growing Public Support for Enhanced Protections for Older Adults
Support for Social Security remains high in the United States. As the population grows older, more Americans believe the government should step in to help…
The Lancet Public Health: New Study Finds 7,000 Daily Steps May Lower Risk of Chronic Illness, Dementia, and Premature Death
A significant new study encompassing data from over 160,000 adults has found that walking roughly 7,000 steps each day is associated with a significantly lower…
Stride into Digital Incentives
Walking is universally acknowledged as a simple yet powerful form of physical activity, offering extensive health benefits ranging from improved cardiovascular health to reduced risk…
Major Cancers More Prevalent in Economically Disadvantaged Japanese Communities, 16-Year Study Finds
A comprehensive analysis of sixteen years of data on Japanese adults has revealed that five common cancers—lung, stomach, colorectal, liver, and breast—occur more frequently in…
Heart-Healthy Benefits of Leafy Green Vegetables
Incorporating just a cup and a half of leafy green vegetables into your daily meals could significantly reduce the risk of atherosclerotic vascular diseases (ASVDs),…
Regular Physical Activity Could Help Preserve Cognitive Function
Physical activity has long been recognised as a key component of overall health and wellbeing. Still, new research from the University of Georgia (UGA) sheds…
Resilience in a Pandemic: How Japan’s Older Adults Adapted to COVID-19 Healthcare Challenges
Public health emergencies, particularly pandemics such as COVID-19, exert severe pressure on healthcare systems, often leading to long-term structural and operational disruptions. These disruptions are…
Cycling as a Path to Longevity and Vitality in Older Adults, Especially for Nondrivers
In Japan, a considerable proportion of older adults rely on bicycles as a primary means of transportation. This trend is notably more prevalent than in…