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Topic- Physical health
Afternoon exercise curbs blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
People type 2 diabetes and overweight or obesity who were physically active in the afternoon had greater reductions in blood sugar than those who were most active at other times of day, researchers from Mass General Brigham Healthcare System and Joslin Diabetes Center, both in Boston, have found. It's something to bear in mind when planning programs for your constituents.
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Good hydration linked to healthy aging
Adults who stay well-hydrated appear to be healthier, develop fewer chronic conditions, such as heart and lung disease, and live longer than those who may not get sufficient fluids, according to a recent US National Institutes of Health study.
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Multiple brief bursts of daily activity beneficial
As few as three or four minutes of brief, vigorous activity throughout the day is linked to a lower risk of premature death from all causes compared to doing no exercise, according to a recent study by Mark Hamer, DPhil, MSc of University College London, UK and colleagues.
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Stats: Only 48% of older adults monitor blood pressure at home
Older adults with high blood pressure or a high blood pressure-related illness such as diabetes need to be educated about the importance of self blood pressure monitoring and sharing the readings with their doctor, researchers suggest. Doing so is associated with decreases in blood pressure and is cost-effective.
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Everyday ageism more common among those in poor health
Nearly all older adults have experienced some form of ageism in their everyday lives, a recent study suggests -- whether it's seeing ageist messages and images on television or the internet, encountering people who imply that they're less capable just because they're older, or believing stereotypes about aging.
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