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09/30/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Noninvasive form of brain stimulation improves memory among older people, study finds
As you age, you may begin to forget some things or misplace things occasionally. This is a normal part of the aging process. However, age-related memory loss can possibly be reversed using a noninvasive form of brain stimulation. A study published in the journal Neurology found that transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) can restore the memory […]
09/27/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Cohort study: Listening to music can reduce risk of falls among the elderly
Researchers at McGill University and the University of Montreal in Canada looked at the influence of music listening on the risk of falls in older people. The team published their findings in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine. For the study, the researchers looked at 152 participants who were admitted to a geriatric assessment […]
07/25/2019
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By Ralph Flores
Scientists discover that high blood sugar can cause muscle atrophy
Diabetes, a condition that one in four Americans have, is a leading cause of death and disability. While it’s linked to multiple health problems, chief of which are cardiovascular disease and multiple organ damage, Japanese researchers found that it can also cause a rapid decline in muscle mass. In a study published in JCI Insight, researchers from the Kobe University Graduate […]
03/08/2019
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By Michelle Simmons
Omega-3s can improve depressive symptoms in older adults
As people get older, their health – both physical and mental – may decline. A growing mental health problem among older adults is depression, which is most commonly treated by taking drug antidepressants. However, the harmful side effects of these drugs outweigh their benefits, putting the health of many at risk. Instead, the elderly can […]
09/12/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
What do sewing and photography have in common? They’re exercise for your brain, which is key to aging well mentally
Mentally challenging exercises, such as quilting and photography, can help prevent cognitive decline as you age. A team of researchers at the University of Texas at Dallas are suggesting that tasks that include continuous mental effort and challenge enhance cognitive function. For the study, the researchers differentiated the changes in brain activity in 39 older adults that […]
09/02/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Low sodium levels found to contribute to cognitive impairment, decline
Low levels of sodium in the blood known as hyponatremia can play a role in the impairment and decline of cognitive function in older adults, according to a study published in the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology. Mild hyponatremia is commonly found in older adults and was found to be associated with […]
08/22/2018
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By Rhonda Johansson
Airbags for the elderly: New device has sensors that anticipate a fall, will inflate quickly to absorb 90% of impact
French company Helite has created an airbag to protect senior citizens from breaking their hips when they fall down. The device, called The Hip’Air belt, was recently presented at the CES (formerly the International Consumer Electronics Show) 2018 fair. Designers of the belt say that the technology is able to sense a sudden fall within […]
08/08/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
More hand washing in nursing homes can extend life spans, reduce prescription drug use
Thorough hand washing practices in all healthcare facilities, such as nursing homes, can prolong life and reduce prescription drug use, a study published in the American Journal of Infection Control found. Researchers of the study looked at the effect of implementing a multi-component hand hygiene program among nursing homes, as these places are common for […]
08/03/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
Older adults who exercise for 6 months have healthier brains
Another study has proven how exercise can be beneficial to one’s health. The study, published in the journal Neurology Clinical Practice, has found that older adults who exercise for at least 52 hours over the course of about six months have healthier brains. “Given the limited effectiveness of available treatments for dementia, promotion of a […]
06/28/2018
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By Michelle Simmons
“Exergaming” improves cognitive function of older patients
Playing video games isn’t bad at all, especially when it requires physical activity. “Exergaming,” a term used to describe playing interactive video games, can help improve the cognitive function of older adults, according to a study published in the journal Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience. The study was made after Cay Anderson-Hanley, who was the lead […]
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