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International research finds emotional support can help prevent depression in later life
An international study led by Dr. Suraj Samtani and published in the American Journal of Epidemiology has found that emotional support, such as having someone to talk to when feeling stressed, is linked to significantly lower ...
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Older patients are open to smart ring technology for home-based remote monitoring
Older patients susceptible to chronic neurological conditions are willing to use wearables for remote monitoring to support their health and well-being at home. A recent study conducted at the University of Eastern Finland ...
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Use of psychotics twice as high in aged care residents with dementia
Despite positive signs in reducing overuse of psychotropic medication in aged care, some areas still need urgent attention according to Macquarie University's Associate Professor Magda Raban.
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94% of older Australians say home gardening space is important—why isn't it part of housing crisis discussions?
A new study shows that 94% of older Australians say having gardening space where they live is extremely important. But as the housing crisis impacts more older adults, not everyone can access the benefits.
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Study supports acupuncture as a safe and effective treatment for chronic low back pain in older adults
According to a recent study, older Americans with chronic low back pain who received acupuncture had greater improvement in physical function and reduced pain than those who received usual medical care only, generally prescribed ...
Sep 12, 2025
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Green-Mediterranean diet may slow brain aging
Following a green-Mediterranean diet—which includes green tea and the aquatic plant Mankai—is associated with slower brain aging, according to a study.
Sep 12, 2025
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For migrants, dementia can mean losing a language—and a whole world
You may have lived in Australia for most of your adult life, speaking English every day. But if you acquired the language later in life and then develop dementia—a brain condition that affects thinking, memory and everyday ...
Sep 12, 2025
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RSV vaccine linked to fewer cardiorespiratory hospitalizations in adults over 60
A multi-institutional collaboration led by the Center for Translational Cardiology and Pragmatic Randomized Trials at Copenhagen University Hospital-Herlev and Gentofte, University of Copenhagen, reports that RSVpreF vaccination ...
Tinnitus linked to cognitive impairment in older adults
In adults aged 60 years and older, tinnitus, especially severe and prolonged tinnitus, is significantly associated with cognitive impairment, according to a study published online Aug. 15 in Brain Sciences.
Sep 11, 2025
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Three caregiver personas emerge from dementia medication management study
Understanding the strategies and unmet needs of caregivers managing medications for people with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias may improve the lives of both caregivers and patients. A recent study, whose authors ...
Sep 11, 2025
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Average life expectancy in Chicago rebounds to 78.7 years, following worst years of pandemic
Chicago's average life expectancy bounced back to 78.7 years in 2023, nearly hitting its prepandemic peak—though large gaps remain between races and neighborhoods, according to the city health department.
Sep 11, 2025
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Study finds decline in long-term benzodiazepine use among older adults, but risks remain
Older adults are increasingly discontinuing benzodiazepines soon after hospital discharge, but a significant number continue use for months, putting them at risk for serious health problems, according to new research published ...
Sep 10, 2025
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A simplified way to identify harmful medications in older adults with cancer
New research validates the use of a specifically-curated tool for determining which medications may be causing harm for older patients with cancer.
Sep 10, 2025
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Media imagery of home care reinforces the narrative of older adults as a burden, study says
Home care for older adults has received considerable attention in the Finnish media in recent years. A recent study conducted at the University of Eastern Finland found that newspaper images of home care tend to paint a picture ...
Sep 10, 2025
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New perspective outlines how food-derived signals can modulate biological aging
Diet doesn't just fuel the body, it sends molecular signals that can slow down or speed up biological aging, according to a new perspective in npj Aging. The authors explain that biological age, a measure of functional health, ...
Sep 9, 2025
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Centenarian neuroscientist inspires blueprint for vibrant longevity through mentorship and connection
A viewpoint article published in Brain Medicine. by Dr. Esther Sternberg provides a compelling portrait of how one pioneering neuroscientist continues to thrive beyond his centennial year.
Sep 9, 2025
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Study of identical twins links faster aging to memory decline
New research from University of Virginia psychologists has found that "epigenetic clocks"—tools scientists use to estimate a person's biological age—can predict cognitive decline. The study, which focused on middle-aged ...
Sep 9, 2025
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Rapamycin linked to DNA damage resilience in aging human immune cells
University of Oxford-led research finds low-dose rapamycin functions as a genomic protector in aging human immune cells, lowering DNA damage.
Scientists discover why the flu is more deadly for older people
Scientists have discovered why older people are more likely to suffer severely from the flu, and can now use their findings to address this risk.
Sep 8, 2025
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Vaccine chaos: Even some vulnerable seniors can't get COVID shots amid spiking cases
Seniors in some parts of the country say they are being denied COVID-19 vaccinations amid an ongoing spike in cases, leading to rising frustration over new Trump administration policies that are making it harder to get the ...
Sep 8, 2025
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AI helps older adults report accurate blood pressure readings at home
Artificial intelligence (AI) voice agents helped older adults with high blood pressure to accurately report their blood pressure readings and improved blood pressure management, according to preliminary research presented ...
Sep 7, 2025
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Weight change may contribute to cognitive decline in older adults
Adults over 65 whose weight decreases or fluctuates by more than 5% may experience faster cognitive decline, according to researchers in the Department of Nutritional Sciences at Penn State. The team has published its findings ...
Sep 5, 2025
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Meal timing in later life may matter for health and longevity
As we age, what and how much we eat tends to change. However, how meal timing relates to health remains less understood. Researchers at Mass General Brigham and their collaborators studied changes to meal timing in older ...
Sep 4, 2025
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Study finds gaps in support service use among older breast cancer patients
A study published in the Journal of Geriatric Oncology highlights a significant gap in the care of older adults with breast cancer: While many face age-related risks that could complicate treatment, a majority decline supportive ...
Sep 4, 2025
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