Tag: population studies
The Worldwide Gap Between Longevity and Wellness
Across the world, people are experiencing longer lifespans but not necessarily enjoying better health, as highlighted by research…
Homeownership in the US Associated with Increased Longevity
Dr Casey Breen, a Senior Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Oxford University's Leverhulme Centre for Demographic Science and Department…
Vibrant New Communities: Rejuvenating Neighbourhoods Amidst an Ageing Population
Initially developed in England, new towns—planned suburban residential neighbourhoods in metropolitan areas—have spread globally, reaching from Europe to…
Exploring the Connection Between Food Waste, Climate Change, and an Ageing Population
Food production is a cornerstone of human civilisation, fundamentally influencing the alterations humans have wrought upon the Earth’s…
Same Individual. Different Location. Double the Chance of Dementia Diagnosis.
With the advent of new medications aimed at Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, a recent study…
Accumulated Evidence Over Two Decades Indicates Significant Health Benefits Linked to Plant-Based Diets
In a comprehensive review published on May 15, 2024, in the open-access journal PLOS ONE, Angelo Capodici and…
The intertwining of breast cancer treatment, specifically chemotherapy, could potentially accelerate the physical deterioration in elderly individuals
A study led by UCLA suggests that older adults aged 65 or older with high-risk breast cancer who…
A study focusing on middle-aged and older adults, which took into account lifestyle and demographic factors, found that a higher Body Mass Index (BMI) is closely linked to poorer mental health, with this association being particularly notable in women
Obesity and mental health issues stand as substantial challenges to global health. Studies have established a connection between…
Biological age disparity and increased mortality rates associated with social isolation
Recent research conducted by the Mayo Clinic has uncovered that individuals experiencing social isolation exhibit signs of accelerated…
Engaging in physical fitness during adolescence is associated with reduced atherosclerosis in middle adulthood
Men who maintained high levels of physical fitness in their youth had a significantly reduced risk of developing…