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Topic- Environmental wellness
Stats: 55% of silent generation want walkable communities
Millennials and the Silent Generation now have something in common, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR).
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Visiting natural settings influences well-being in older adults
Just as research has been focusing on the big picture of transforming cities to encourage active living (Active Living Research) and constructing buildings to lessen environmental impact, so have researchers looked at the relationship between nature and health. This work has linked time spent in the natural world to stress reduction, lowering blood pressure and inspiring a positive mood (University of Minnesota).
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Neighborhood environment can increase risk of diabetes
Between 2000-2012, a group of 5,124 individuals ages 45-84 years participating in the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis who did not have type 2 diabetes at baseline had five clinical examinations. Their access to neighborhood resources, including food stores more likely to sell healthier foods and recreational facilities, along with the walking environment and the social environment for safety and social cohesion, was identified using surveys and GIS (geographic information system) technologies.
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Privacy and honesty most important to residents in long-term care
To discover what leads to quality of life among residents in long-term care residences in Canada, 928 residents were surveyed. Positive ratings of their quality of life were based on factors such as privacy during visits (76.9%)
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Special issue examines impact of age-friendly communities
A special issue of the Public Policy & Aging Report features eight articles on age-friendly communities and aging-in-place. Articles include evaluations of the current states of the Age-Friendly community movement, the Village model, service-enriched Naturally Occurring Retirement Community programs, and the “livability” program of a national organization.
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Walking outdoors in a group has definite health benefits
Walking is a frequent recommendation for people to start becoming more physically active, and maintain their activity. Joining a walking group may aid individuals in staying motivated and forging social connections.
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