Tag: older adults
Experts caution against the excessive medical treatment of menopause and advocate for a fresh perspective on how society perceives menopause and assists women during the ageing process
The Lancet has published a groundbreaking four-paper series proposing a holistic approach to menopause management that extends beyond…
Optimal quality in non-profit residential care homes for the older adults
Research conducted by the University of Gothenburg has highlighted that Sweden's top-performing long-term residential care homes for older…
Investigations reveal that tai chi excels over standard exercises in boosting seniors’ mobility and stability
Despite the recognised advantages of tai chi for enhancing functional mobility and balance in older adults, the breadth…
Isolation heightens the likelihood of declining health among older adults
Researchers from Amsterdam UMC and the University of Glasgow have identified a detrimental impact of loneliness on the…
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…
Numerous older adults who are provided with home care do not receive palliative care before passing away
A significant portion of older adults who receive home care do not benefit from palliative care services before…
A larger daily intake of magnesium helps to prevent dementia
Scientists at the Neuroimaging and Brain Lab of The Australian National University (ANU) have discovered that increasing the…
Supporting Alzheimer’s care providers
Researchers at the University of Houston's Andy & Barbara Gessner College of Nursing have developed a systematic methodology…
Prolonged exposure to air pollution could elevate the likelihood of hospital admissions due to cardiovascular issues in older adults
The study on the effects of chronic exposure to fine particulate air pollutants (PM2.5) reveals a concerning correlation…
Don’t treat us as fragile infants’: Can programmes of intergenerational mentorship diminish ageism in medicine?
Ageism presents a significant challenge in healthcare, a concern highlighted by the World Health Organization's Global Report on…
Does attempting to appear younger lessen the amount of ageism faced by older adults?
Each year, countless older individuals in the United States allocate time and resources to presenting a more youthful…
Oral health has an indirect impact on the subjective psychological well-being of older adults
Oral health plays a pivotal role in individuals' overall health and well-being, impacting various aspects of life beyond…