Higher Fall Risk Linked to Dizziness in Elderly Populations

25 September 2024

Dizziness in older adults, commonly dismissed as a mere symptom of ageing, has been conclusively linked to a significantly increased risk of future falls. A…

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Urban Heat and Historic Prejudice: Influences on Walking Behaviour in the Elderly

20 September 2024

The walkability of a neighbourhood is influenced by a range of factors, including its street layout and connectivity, the area’s density, accessibility to key destinations,…

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Financial Woes Predominant: Older Adults Rank Health Costs as Principal Concern, Survey Reveals

2 September 2024

A recent poll by the University of Michigan’s National Poll on Healthy Aging has highlighted the significant financial burden of health-related costs on older Americans,…

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The Outbreak Worsened Depression Among Elderly Diabetics

25 August 2024

A recent investigation involving over 2,700 senior Canadians revealed that older adults with diabetes encountered an increased risk of depression amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Within…

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Alcohol Consumption in Elderly Doubles Risk of Brain Hemorrhage Due to Falls

24 August 2024

Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries in older adults across the United States, also topping the charts for traumatic brain…

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Research Reveals Adolescent Sports Boost Bone Health in Older Adults

23 August 2024

Loss of bone mineral density (BMD) as individuals age significantly contributes to osteoporosis—a degradation of bone tissue. In Japan, this deterioration is a primary cause…

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Forecasting Ahead: Simple Tools to Assess Risks of Falling

21 August 2024

The escalating demographic shift towards an ageing global population introduces a pressing issue: the increased risk of falls among older adults. Statistics suggest that one…

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Significant Biomolecular Changes Detected in Our 40s and 60s, Reveals Stanford Medicine Study

18 August 2024

If you’ve ever felt like your entire body is breaking down simultaneously, it might not just be in your head. A new study from Stanford…

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Research Investigates Fish Oil’s Impact on Brain Health in Older Adults

16 August 2024

A clinical study conducted by Oregon Health & Science University has indicated that older adults with a genetic marker for Alzheimer’s disease might gain from…

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Prolonged loneliness could heighten the risk of stroke in elderly individuals

12 August 2024

A recent study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health indicates that persistent loneliness may significantly increase the risk of stroke among older…

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Study reveals persistent high use of aspirin among the elderly, despite associated dangers

11 August 2024

A comprehensive survey, which represents approximately 150 million adults annually, indicates that the use of aspirin for primary prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) continues to…

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Strong ‘Family’ Connections Are Essential for the Wellbeing of Care Home Staff and Residents

3 August 2024

A new study has brought to light a significant finding: care home residents experience a marked improvement in care when they establish ‘family-like’ bonds with…

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