Tag: older adults
Efforts to cut cannabis-impaired driving overlook older adults, new study suggests
As cannabis-related traffic crashes continue to rise, new research suggests that prevention campaigns may be overlooking a vital…
Sustaining life and wellbeing in old age: the vital role of social support
Recent research from the University of Eastern Finland highlights the significant role that social support plays in shaping…
Tai chi matches therapy in chronic insomnia care
Tai chi, a gentle form of mind–body exercise widely practised within Chinese communities, appears to offer benefits comparable…
Older adults who dine alone may face lower nutritional intake
New research from Flinders University has shown that older adults who routinely eat their meals alone tend to…
Research shows flu vaccine effectiveness differs across age groups
Recent research comparing four influenza vaccines has shown that not all flu jabs stimulate the immune system in…
Rigid arterial pathways could intensify the initial stages of cognitive decline in later life
Findings from the multisite IGNITE clinical trial indicate that arterial stiffness — a condition in which large blood…
Enhancing Longevity Through Improved Hand Dexterity
Among older adults, the decline in lower limb strength—necessary for walking, standing, and maintaining balance—has long been recognised…
Amino acid supplement could help older adults get more out of their exercise routine
Feeling drained can make even light exercise feel daunting, and this tendency becomes more noticeable as people grow…
Cutting Back on Sleep Medication May Enhance Well-Being and Extend Lifespan in Older Adults
Millions of older adults in the United States struggle with chronic insomnia, and many rely on prescription sleep…
Your neighbourhood could influence your brain’s wellbeing, new research reveals
A new study from the Wake Forest University School of Medicine has found that the conditions of your…
The Lasting Health Impacts of Incarceration
A new study has found that older adults who have experienced incarceration face significantly poorer physical and mental…
Older Adults, Particularly Gen X Women, Struggle with Ultra-Processed Food Addiction
Generation X was the first American generation to grow up surrounded by ultra-processed foods. From childhood, they were…