Tag: older adults
Calcium and Vitamin D Supplements Show Little Impact on Reducing Fracture and Fall Risk
A comprehensive review published in The BMJ has found that calcium supplements, vitamin D supplements, or a combination…
Handwriting Speed May Signal Early Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
Handwriting is a complex activity that depends on both fine motor skills and higher-level cognitive processes, including attention,…
Healthy Living May Help Offset Genetic Risk for Dementia
With dementia cases projected to nearly triple worldwide by 2050, researchers are increasingly seeking ways to prevent or…
Participating in Nature-Based Groups Enhances Wellbeing in Older Adults Experiencing Social Isolation
Nature-based group activities can help reduce loneliness, improve sleep and cognitive function, and strengthen feelings of connection to…
Redesigning Hospitals for an Ageing Population
Public hospitals play a vital role in caring for aging populations, yet many operate under financial strain and…
Why Older Adults Face Higher Risks from COVID-19 and Flu
Older adults are significantly more likely to develop severe illness from influenza or COVID-19, and new research suggests…
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…
Surgical Recovery Slower in Older Adults Than Anticipated, Emphasising Better Planning Needs
A new study led by researchers at the University of Toronto reveals that recovery after surgery in older…
New study reveals staffing levels in care homes may help prevent harmful falls
A new study has found that nursing homes with higher staffing levels tend to report fewer injurious falls…
Exercise and Nutritional Support May Help Reduce Care Dependency in Dementia
A simple combination of daily physical exercise and protein-rich nutritional drinks may offer meaningful health benefits for people…
Off-Label Antipsychotic Prescriptions Prevalent in Older Adult Population, Study Shows
A large registry-based investigation conducted in Finland by researchers from the University of Oulu and the University of…
New Evidence Links Binge Drinking in Later Life to Elevated Death Risk
Binge drinking among older adults is linked to a markedly higher risk of death, according to new research…