People think ‘old age’ starts later than it used to, study finds
"Increases in life expectancy, later retirement could explain shift in public perception of when old age begins"
Older adults with diabetes experienced functional decline during the COVID-19 pandemic
"Those with diabetes who were low income had fivefold higher risk of developing problems with walking or climbing stairs during the pandemic than their rich peers."
Older adults in Ohio are among the most vulnerable to extreme weather
"Study finds who are least prepared and have experienced weather disruptions"
Leaders embrace call to action to improve our understanding of aging
"The National Center to Reframe Aging — the leading organization for proven strategies to effectively frame aging issues — welcomed thought leaders, national experts, federal representatives, and local, regional, and state-based leaders to an April 10 summit for transformative conversations about the current movement to reframe aging, gain insight into real world application of communication strategies and tools, and exchange ideas for advancing an equitable and complete story about aging in America."
Does using your brain more at work help ward off thinking, memory problems?
"The harder your brain works at your job, the less likely you may be to have memory and thinking problems later in life, according to a new study published in the April 17, 2024, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. This study does not prove that stimulating work prevents mild cognitive impairment. It only shows an association."
Canada HomeShare launches home sharing in three new communities, expands program to facilitate senior-to-senior home sharing
"HelpAge Canada is proud to announce that their flagship program, Canada HomeShare, has expanded to allow for new types of home sharing and is now accepting applications from older home providers and room seekers in three communities with their technology partner, Happipad."
Young-Onset Dementia tied to new risk factors
" “Are the risk factors for early onset Alzheimer’s the same as late onset?” asks Domenico Praticò, MD, the Scott Richards North Star Foundation Chair for Alzheimer’s Research, Professor in the Departments of Pharmacology and Microbiology, and Director of the Alzheimer’s Center at Temple (ACT), at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University (LKSOM)."
Thinking outside the doctor’s office: Poll looks at older adults’ use of urgent care, retail clinics and more
"Majority have gotten health care at an “alternative” site in the past two years, but survey of people ages 50 to 80 shows variations in use, motivations and attitudes"
NUS scientists uncover a missing link between poor diet and higher cancer risk
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Mindfulness and meditation: inward attention as a tool for mental health
"From a young age, people learn the importance of paying attention to the environment around them. Less emphasized is the value of paying attention to their inner environment. Neuroscientists are increasingly studying how looking inward via mindfulness training can affect everything from depression and memory to stress levels and aging. As researchers work to uncover the neural mechanisms underlying these brain changes, they hope to elucidate best practices for people who want to incorporate mindfulness in their lives."
How to reduce the stress when caring for someone with dementia
"Caring for someone with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease is challenging. In addition to the financial and physical demands, many caregivers are unprepared for the stress of trying to effectively communicate with a loved one who may be prone to agitation, verbal aggression, and hallucinations."
Aging adults have retreated from civic life since pandemic began, new research shows
"A study including 7,000 people age 55-plus found they're staying at home more and skipping restaurants, the gym and other 'third places'"
[GOING UP?] NIC releases 1Q24 senior housing data
"NIC MAP Vision® has released its “1Q24 NIC MAP Market Fundamentals” data, which includes senior housing and care occupancy rates; annual rent growth; annual absorption; annual inventory growth; senior housing construction versus inventory; and rolling 4-quarter starts versus inventory"
[PILL PROBLEMS] High-risk Rx list for older emergency room patients released
"A panel of 10 emergency department (ED) physicians with expertise in geriatrics and a pharmacist with expertise in geriatric pharmacotherapy have prepared the first expert consensus-based list of types of medications that should not be prescribed to older adults in the ED. "
[SKIN DEEP] Dove report links AI to unrealistic beauty standards
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[GET BETTER] Telerehab equals in-person care for chronic knee pain
"Telerehabilitation with a physical therapist is not inferior to in-person care for chronic knee pain, a recent study from Australia found. "
[BE WELL!] Healthcare costs top list of retirement money worries
"To better understand the intersection of healthcare and personal finances in retirement, eHealth and Retirable commissioned a general population survey of Americans ages 60 through 70, some already retired and enrolled in Medicare, others anticipating retirement and Medicare eligibility. Over 520 responses were collected. Although not a nationally representative sample, the report does provide insights into the concerns of this demographic."
Risk factors for faster aging in the brain revealed in new study
"The researchers had previously identified a ‘weak spot’ in the brain, which is a specific network of higher-order regions that not only develop later during adolescence, but also show earlier degeneration in old age. They showed that this brain network is also particularly vulnerable to schizophrenia and Alzheimer’s disease."
NEI study points to ‘Ground Zero’ for AMD development
"Integrative omics approach finds 87 genes where aging, diet, lifestyle and smoking may take toll by affecting epigenome"
New trial highlights promising intervention to reduce sitting and improve blood pressure in older adults
"New trial highlights promising intervention to reduce sitting and improve blood pressure in older adults"
Chronic musculoskeletal pain may
"In a study published in Nature Mental Health, scientists from China and the United States have found that individuals suffering from chronic musculoskeletal pain (CMP) may face a higher high risk of brain aging."
Age: an overlooked factor in higher education DEI initiatives
"As universities around the world strive to cultivate diverse and equitable communities, a recent study from the Brown School at Washington University in St. Louis highlights the necessity of recognizing age as a fundamental dimension of diversity."
More needs to be done for depressed stroke survivors as incidence climbs
"Researchers say more needs to be done for depressed stroke survivors as new findings show 60% of stroke survivors would experience depression within 18 years, a much higher estimation than previous studies."
[GET PERSONAL] Best practice guide targets fitness member engagement
"Keepme is offering a free best practice guide to boost member engagement in fitness clubs, and includes strategies relevant to active aging settings, as well. Overall, the guide provides details on leveraging data analytics, enhancing engagement with tailored communications, maximizing retention with personalization, fostering strong community connections, and driving growth with smart engagement tools."
[LONGLASTING] Muscle health informed by endurance level, not age
"A study comparing muscle structure between active and inactive people found that older people who regularly do endurance exercise maintain similar muscle characteristics to younger counterparts."
[NOT STRAIGHTFORWARD] Curved walking may reveal MCI
"How an individual walks on a curved path may indicate mild cognitive impairment (MCI), according to a recent study. Gait analysis -- examining the way an individual stands and walks-- is emerging as a non-invasive complement to cognitive assessments that aid in early diagnosis and management. In clinical settings, gait and balance tests typically focus on a straight walking path. "
[LIFESAVING] Social connections linked to slower rate of aging
"Socially isolated people are more likely to show signs of being biologically older than their age and more likely to die from a variety of causes, according to a study from Mayo Clinic. The findings suggest that social connection plays an important role in overall physical health and longevity, and should be addressed as a necessary part of the social determinants of health."
[MOSTLY BS] DTC microbiome testing unregulated, unreliable
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