Seniors: Cardio and Weight Training Reduces Access to Health Care

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[15/05/2013] Forget apples – lifting weights and doing cardio can also keep the doctors away, according a new study by researchers at the University of British Columbia and Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute.Seniors: Cardio and Weight Training Reduces Access to Health Care - Read more

Elderly: Greater Risk for Alcohol Impairment than Teens

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[03/05/2013] An acute dose of alcohol may cause greater impairment in coordination, learning and memory in the elderly than in young people, according to a study by Baylor University. Elderly: Greater Risk for Alcohol Impairment than Teens - Read more

Mobile Emergency Assistant Is Getting Ready for Market

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[24/04/2013] At REHACARE 2012, Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation unveiled a pioneering mobile emergency assistance system that combines an independently navigating, interactive service robot with a stationary sensor system designed to deliver external support to elderly and infirm persons to enable them to live longer in their own homes and with an improved quality of life.Mobile Emergency Assistant Is Getting Ready for Market - Read more

Social Media Can Support Healthiness of Older People

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[22/04/2013] The use of social media by older people can offer valuable additional support in cases of sickness and diseases, new research from the University of Luxembourg has shown. Social Media Can Support Healthiness of Older People - Read more

One in Five Seniors on Risky Meds

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[15/04/2013] More than one in five seniors with Medicare Advantage plans received a prescription for a potentially harmful "high risk medication" in 2009, according to a newly published analysis by Brown University public health researchers. One in Five Seniors on Risky Meds - Read more

Elderly Are Happier if Their Earlier Life Has Been Happy

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[05/04/2013] University of Granada researchers connect the present and past happiness of over 65s (men and women) with different personal and socio-demographic characteristics. Elderly Are Happier if Their Earlier Life Has Been Happy - Read more

Tackling Issues of Sexuality among People with Dementia

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[25/03/2013] Managing the delicate issue of sexual expression amongst people with dementia is the focus of a new education resource produced by Griffith University researcher Cindy Jones.Tackling Issues of Sexuality among People with Dementia - Read more

Elderly: Hospital Recovery in Motion

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[18/03/2013] A new study has found a link between the activity levels of elderly people who have just been released from the hospital and the risk that they will require readmission within 30 days.Elderly: Hospital Recovery in Motion - Read more

Elderly Benefit from Home-Based DVD Exercise Program

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[13/03/2013] Fitness DVDs are a multimillion-dollar business, and those targeting adults over the age of 55 are a major part of the market. With names like "Boomers on the Move," "Stronger Seniors" and "Ageless Yoga," the programs promise much, but few have ever been rigorously tested.Elderly Benefit from Home-Based DVD Exercise Program - Read more

Test-Taking Improves Learning for the Elderly

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[11/03/2013] Older adults who haven't been in school for a while are as capable of learning from tests as younger adults and college students, according to new research published by the American Psychological Association.Test-Taking Improves Learning for the Elderly - Read more

Seniors: Video Games Improve Emotional Well-Being

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[06/03/2013] New research from North Carolina State University finds that older adults who play video games report higher levels of emotional well-being.Seniors: Video Games Improve Emotional Well-Being - Read more

Thigh Fat Maybe Responsible for Mobility Loss in the Elderly

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[20/02/2013] A new study shows that an increase in fat throughout the thigh is predictive of mobility loss in otherwise healthy older adults.Thigh Fat Maybe Responsible for Mobility Loss in the Elderly - Read more

Advantages of E-Books for Older Readers

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[15/02/2013] Older people benefit from reading from a tablet PC than reading traditional paper books.Advantages of E-Books for Older Readers - Read more

Elderly: Ensuring a Successful Nutrition

Eating is supposed to be a pleasure. But for many older people, the daily food intake is increasingly becoming a torment. There are multiple reasons for this, but they are often not recognized until it already is too late. Thus it is the task of the nursing staff to provide a balanced diet.Elderly: Ensuring a Successful Nutrition - Read more

Recognising and Avoiding Malnutrition

Overweight is often discussed as the problem par excellence in our society. However, for senior citizens malnutrition is a much more critical topic. The older the people are the more often this illness occurs. So, caregivers have to be attentive.Recognising and Avoiding Malnutrition - Read more

Reading, Writing, Playing Games Help Aging Brains Stay Healthy

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[19/12/2012] Mental activities like reading and writing can preserve structural integrity in the brains of older people, according to a new study presented today at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).Reading, Writing, Playing Games Help Aging Brains Stay Healthy - Read more

Elderly: Group Interaction Is the Key to Significant Health Outcomes

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[17/12/2012] The health benefits of 'water clubs' in care homes for the elderly, where residents gather together regularly to drink water, owe as least as much to the social nature of the activity as to the value of drinking water itself, an investigation by psychologists has shown.Elderly: Group Interaction Is the Key to Significant Health Outcomes - Read more

Musculo-Skeletal Fitness is Strong Predictor of Mortality

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[17/12/2012] A simple screening test of musculo-skeletal fitness has proved remarkably predictive of all-cause mortality in a study of more than 2000 middle-aged and older men and women.Musculo-Skeletal Fitness is Strong Predictor of Mortality - Read more

Delivered Meals Help Seniors Stay in their Homes

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[07/12/2012] The more states spend on home-delivered meals under the Older Americans Act, the more likely they are to help people who don't need nursing home care to stay in their homes.Delivered Meals Help Seniors Stay in their Homes - Read more

Gene Mutation Linked to Old Age Hearing Loss Identified

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[21/11/2012] University of South Florida researchers have identified a genetic biomarker for age-related hearing loss, a major breakthrough in understanding and preventing a condition of aging that affects 30 million Americans and greatly diminishes their quality of life.Gene Mutation Linked to Old Age Hearing Loss Identified - Read more

Software Improves Quality of Sound for Hearing Aid Users

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[14/11/2012] A new software product developed by researchers at the University of Cambridge could greatly improve sound perception for users of hearing aids. Software Improves Quality of Sound for Hearing Aid Users - Read more

Palliative Care Experts Call for Better Home Care

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[12/11/2012] Improved home care resources for people, who would prefer to die at home, are key to providing better end of life care and reducing the strain of the United Kingdom's ageing population on the National Health Service (NHS). Palliative Care Experts Call for Better Home Care - Read more

Frail, Older Adults Are More Likely to Be Food Insufficient

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[07/11/2012] A national study of older Americans shows those who have limited mobility and low physical activity are five times more likely to report that they often don't have enough to eat, defined as "food insufficiency," than older adults who were not frail.Frail, Older Adults Are More Likely to Be Food Insufficient - Read more

Positive Thinking Prevents Health Problems

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[31/10/2012] “Always look on the bright side of life.” Thanks to a new study from Concordia University, this catchy refrain offers a prescription for staying healthy during one's golden years, since adopting a positive attitude later in life positively alters body functions.Positive Thinking Prevents Health Problems - Read more

Robots In the Home of Older Adults?

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[29/10/2012] Robots have the potential to help older adults with daily activities that can become more challenging with age. But are people willing to use and accept the new technology?Robots In the Home of Older Adults? - Read more

Acceptance of Help From Robots

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[22/10/2012] Most older adults prefer to maintain their independence and remain in their own homes as they age, and robotic technology can help make this a reality. Acceptance of Help From Robots - Read more

Population Aging Will Have Long-term Implications for Economy

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[08/10/2012] The aging of the United States population will have broad economic consequences for the country, particularly for federal programs that support the elderly, and its long-term effects on all generations will be mediated by how - and how quickly - the nation responds, says a new congressionally mandated report from the National Research Council.Population Aging Will Have Long-term Implications for Economy - Read more

New Physio Guidelines for the Elderly at Risk of Falls

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[17/09/2012] Taking a fall in older life can not only result in injury, but also a potentially debilitating loss of confidence. But new guidelines for physiotherapists aim to refresh out-dated guidelines and introduce better direction for physiotherapists who work with elderly people at risk of falling.New Physio Guidelines for the Elderly at Risk of Falls - Read more

Better Memory With Computerized Brain Fitness Program

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[14/09/2012] University of California-Los Angeles researchers found that older adults who regularly used a brain fitness program played on a computer demonstrated significantly improved memory and language skills.Better Memory With Computerized Brain Fitness Program - Read more

Red Wine: Walk Away from Mobility Problems

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[31/08/2012] In a stride toward better health in later life, scientists reported that resveratrol, the so-called "miracle molecule" found in red wine, might help improve mobility and prevent life-threatening falls among older people.Red Wine: Walk Away from Mobility Problems - Read more

Meditation Reduces Loneliness

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[24/08/2012] Researchers found out that a simple meditation program lasting just eight weeks may reduce loneliness in older adults.Meditation Reduces Loneliness - Read more

Seniors Find Smoking and Drinking Tough Habits to Break

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[20/08/2012] A recent study of adults age 50 to 85 found that only 19 percent of those diagnosed with lung disease quit smoking within two years. Furthermore, the vast majority of older adults who learn they have a chronic condition do not adopt healthier behaviors.Seniors Find Smoking and Drinking Tough Habits to Break - Read more

Robotic Assistance for The Elderly

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[03/08/2012] A team of EU-funded researchers has developed a robotic companion and intelligent home environment that could help elderly people live richer and more independent lives and reduce the burden placed on healthcare services.Robotic Assistance for The Elderly - Read more

Lower Vitamin D Could Increase Risk of Dying Older Adults

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[30/07/2012] A new study concludes that among older adults – especially those who are frail – low levels of vitamin D can mean a much greater risk of death.Lower Vitamin D Could Increase Risk of Dying Older Adults - Read more

Connecting Fall Alarms to Social Media

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[13/07/2012] When the elderly suffer falls, many agencies should be alerted so that help can arrive as quickly as possible. Now researchers, students and physiotherapists are trying to connect fall alarms to social media.Connecting Fall Alarms to Social Media - Read more

Older Americans: Debilitating Eyesight Problems on the Decline

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[09/07/2012] Today's senior citizens are reporting fewer visual impairment problems than their counterparts from a generation ago, according to a new Northwestern Medicine study. Improved techniques for cataract surgery and a reduction in the prevalence of macular degeneration may be the driving forces behind this change, the researchers said.Older Americans: Debilitating Eyesight Problems on the Decline - Read more

Senior Citizens: Asking Those to Whom it May Concern

Too small keys, too small writing: The design of the new coffeemaker or of the new mobile phone is not always well thought through. The development of many products often disregards the users. Above all senior citizens can tell you a thing or two about it. Now the Senior Research Group from Berlin, Germany wants to change this.Senior Citizens: Asking Those to Whom it May Concern - Read more

Seeing without Being Able to See: “All visually impaired people need individually adapted auxiliary means”

Those who cannot see well after an accident or due to older age need different auxiliary means to lead a broadly normal life. What exactly is needed depends on the individual vision and must be adapted to the personal needs.Seeing without Being Able to See: “All visually impaired people need individually adapted auxiliary means” - Read more

Tai Chi Increases Mobility in Older People

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[06/06/2012] A study of Gary Brosvic of Rider University, New Jersey has shown that taking part in a Tai Chi exercise programme reduced the number of falls and increased mobility in a group of senior citizens in assisted living in the United States.Tai Chi Increases Mobility in Older People - Read more

Video Games Adequately for Older Adults

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[04/06/2012] Advances in technology have brought the video gaming experience closer to that of traditional physical games. Although systems, such as the Wii, that incorporate these features fly off the shelves, the increasingly complex technology may alienate certain segments of the population, including seniors.Video Games Adequately for Older Adults - Read more

“Bufdis“ Are in Short Supply

They are the new people doing community service: So called Bufdis, engaged people of every age and gender who can espouse different social projects in the Federal Voluntary Service. So far, so good. But how is this possibility of social commitment accepted? REHACARE.de got an idea of it on site at a senior citizen's home.“Bufdis“ Are in Short Supply - Read more

Fluctuating Sense of Control Linked to Cognitive Ability

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[30/04/2012] Everyone has moments when they feel more in control of their lives than at other times. New research from North Carolina State University shows that this sense of control fluctuates more often, and more quickly, than previously thought – and that this sense of control may actively affect cognitive abilities.Fluctuating Sense of Control Linked to Cognitive Ability - Read more

Ambient Assisted-Living Technology Supports Active Ageing

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[16/04/2012] Loneliness from being disconnected from friends and family, fears about health and safety and worries about security are some of the many burdens of old age. European Union-funded researchers are proving how technology can alleviate the problems.Ambient Assisted-Living Technology Supports Active Ageing - Read more

Temperature Variability May Increase Mortality Risk

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[11/04/2012] New research from Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) suggests that seemingly small changes in summer temperature swings may shorten life expectancy for elderly people with chronic medical conditions, and could result in thousands of additional deaths each year.Temperature Variability May Increase Mortality Risk - Read more

Hospitalised Older People May Have Increased Risk of Memory Problems

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[02/04/2012] A new study suggests that older people may have an increased risk of problems with memory and thinking abilities after being in the hospital.Hospitalised Older People May Have Increased Risk of Memory Problems - Read more

Excess Fat May Be 'Protective' in Seniors over 85

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[21/03/2012] Though obesity increases the risk of an early death, shaving an average of six to seven years off a person's lifespan, Tel Aviv University researchers have found that this trend may reverse itself after the age of 85.Excess Fat May Be 'Protective' in Seniors over 85 - Read more

Research: Racial Gap in Dementia

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[16/03/2012] In a new study, one researcher will explore why in old age, blacks are much more likely to have dementia than whites.Research: Racial Gap in Dementia - Read more

Violence in Care: "It Starts with a Mean Word and Ends with Murdering“

Senior citizens in need of care become more and more often victims of violent encroachments. Potential culprits are informal caregivers or the nursing staff. What affected people should do and how such situations can be avoided – the experts of a Germany-wide emergency call advice centre in Bonn know it.Violence in Care: "It Starts with a Mean Word and Ends with Murdering“ - Read more

Dignity Counts When Caring for Older People

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[29/02/2012] According to research funded by UK Research Councils' New Dynamics of Ageing programme (NDA), healthcare providers must avoid taking a “blanket view” of how to help older people cope with the ageing process.Dignity Counts When Caring for Older People - Read more

Cognitive Problems Common Among Non-Demented Elderly

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[24/02/2012] Both subjective and objective cognitive impairment are highly common among non-demented elderly Swedes, with an overall prevalence of 39 per cent and 25 per cent respectively, according to a nationwide twin study by researchers of Karolinska Institutet.Cognitive Problems Common Among Non-Demented Elderly - Read more

Seniors Show Greater Life Satisfaction

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[15/02/2012] Study results found that healthy older adults reported less negative thinking compared to other age groups, leading to greater life satisfaction in seniors.Seniors Show Greater Life Satisfaction - Read more

Tackling Financial Exploitation of Elderly People

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[13/02/2012] Professionals who are in close contact with elderly people could soon be in a better position to spot if they are being financially exploited, for example through a lottery scam or by a deceitful relative draining the bank account, thanks to a new study funded by the UK Research Councils' New Dynamics of Ageing programme (NDA).Tackling Financial Exploitation of Elderly People - Read more

Survey Tracks “55+” Attitudes About the Environment

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[06/02/2012] An international survey led by Simon Fraser University's Gerontology Research Centre and the University of York's (UK) Stockholm Environment Institute is tracking attitudes about the environment among those over 55.Survey Tracks “55+” Attitudes About the Environment - Read more

Factors that Predict Walking Difficulty in Elderly

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[27/01/2012] Yale School of Medicine researchers have found that the likelihood of becoming disabled with age increases with the following factors: having a chronic condition or cognitive impairment, low physical activity or slower gross motor coordination.Factors that Predict Walking Difficulty in Elderly - Read more

Enhancing Cognition in Older Adults also Changes Personality

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[23/01/2012] A program designed to boost cognition in older adults also increased their openness to new experiences, researchers report, demonstrating for the first time that a non-drug intervention in older adults can change a personality trait.Enhancing Cognition in Older Adults also Changes Personality - Read more

Elderly Lose Ability to Distinguish Between Odours

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[12/12/2011] Scientists studying how the sense of smell changes as people age, found that olfactory sensory neurons in those 60 and over showed an unexpected response to odour that made it more difficult to distinguish specific smells.Elderly Lose Ability to Distinguish Between Odours - Read more

Small Group Homes for Dementia Patients

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[19/10/2011] Small group homes for people with dementia provide good quality care and a domestic environment where people can live as individuals and families can get involved. Small Group Homes for Dementia Patients - Read more

New Video Gaming Technology to Detect Illness

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[12/09/2011] Many older adults lose their independence as their health declines and they are compelled to move into assisted care facilities. Researchers at the University of Missouri (MU) and TigerPlace, an independent living community, have been using motion-sensing technology to monitor changes in residents' health for several years.New Video Gaming Technology to Detect Illness - Read more

Keeping Up Your Overall Health May Keep Dementia Away

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[05/09/2011] Improving and maintaining health factors not traditionally associated with dementia, such as denture fit, vision and hearing, may lower a person's risk for developing dementia, according to a new study.Keeping Up Your Overall Health May Keep Dementia Away - Read more

Memory Fitness Program Improves Memory Abilities of Oldest Adults

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[05/09/2011] A new study of University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA) has found that a memory fitness program offered to older adults in their senior living communities helped improve their ability to recognise and recall words, benefitting their verbal learning and retention.Memory Fitness Program Improves Memory Abilities of Oldest Adults - Read more

Elderly People: Risks and Benefits of Alcohol Drinking

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[20/07/2011] A new report has been published related primarily to problems of unrecognised alcohol misuse among the elderly. The report provides guidelines for psychiatrists and family physicians on how to find and how to treat elderly people with misuse of alcohol and drugs.Elderly People: Risks and Benefits of Alcohol Drinking - Read more

Planning Is Key to a Healthy and Happy Retirement

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[29/06/2011] For many older adults, chronic health problems and poor planning often hinder the enjoyment of retirement. Now, a researcher has found that planning for changes in lifestyle and health leads to better retirement for married couples.Planning Is Key to a Healthy and Happy Retirement - Read more

Olive Oil May Help Prevent Stroke in Older People

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[22/06/2011] It is not only delicious, but maybe also very helpful: A new study suggests that consuming olive oil may help prevent a stroke in older people. Olive Oil May Help Prevent Stroke in Older People - Read more

Driving Errors Increase with Age among Older Drivers

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[06/06/2011] Even healthy adults with a safe driving record tend to make more driving errors as they age, including potentially dangerous mistakes, such as failing to check blind spots, according to a study published by the American Psychological Association. Driving Errors Increase with Age among Older Drivers - Read more

Higher Levels of Social Activity Decrease the Risk of Cognitive Decline

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[02/05/2011] According to a new study, frequent social activity may help to prevent or delay cognitive decline in old age. If you want to keep your brain healthy, it turns out that visiting friends, attending parties, and even going to church might be just as good for you as crossword puzzles.Higher Levels of Social Activity Decrease the Risk of Cognitive Decline - Read more

Diet-Exercise Combo Best for Obese Seniors

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[13/04/2011] For obese seniors, dieting and exercise together are more effective at improving physical performance and reducing frailty than either alone.Diet-Exercise Combo Best for Obese Seniors - Read more

Breaking Down Barriers to Voting for Seniors

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[18/03/2011] A study of a process called mobile polling – where election officials register voters onsite, then bring voting ballots to long term care residents and provide voter assistance as needed – found that nursing home residents, staff and election officials all agreed that mobile polling is better than current voting methods.Breaking Down Barriers to Voting for Seniors - Read more

Reducing the Use of Health Services by Chronically Ill Older Adults

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[16/03/2011] A new report shows that older people who receive Guided Care, a new form of primary care, use fewer expensive health services compared to older people who receive regular primary care. Reducing the Use of Health Services by Chronically Ill Older Adults - Read more

Storytelling Program Improves Lives of People with Alzheimer's

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[28/02/2011] Researchers have found that participation in TimeSlips, a drug-free, creative storytelling intervention, improves communication skills and positive affect in persons with dementia.Storytelling Program Improves Lives of People with Alzheimer's - Read more

Weight Loss plus Walking Essential for Obese Elderly

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[09/02/2011] Walking more and losing weight can improve mobility as much as 20 percent in older, obese adults with poor cardiovascular health, according to a new Wake Forest University study.Weight Loss plus Walking Essential for Obese Elderly - Read more

Elderly: Moderate Aerobic Exercise Improve Memory

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[02/02/2011] A new study shows that one year of moderate physical exercise can increase the size of the brain's hippocampus in older adults, leading to an improvement in spatial memory. Elderly: Moderate Aerobic Exercise Improve Memory - Read more

Anti-Epileptic Drugs Associated with Increased Risk of Fracture in Elderly

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[21/01/2011] Most anti-epileptic drugs are associated with an increased risk of non-traumatic fracture in individuals 50 years of age and older.Anti-Epileptic Drugs Associated with Increased Risk of Fracture in Elderly - Read more

Driving Simulators Help Elderly Improve their Road Skills

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[19/01/2011] Older drivers could benefit from training programs that put them behind the wheel – in a driving simulator, with an observer who helps them develop their skills. Driving Simulators Help Elderly Improve their Road Skills - Read more

How the Elderly Find their Ways

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[14/01/2011] The research project “Older People's Use of Unfamiliar Space” examined the strategies used by older people to find their way in unfamiliar spaces as pedestrians and users of public transport.How the Elderly Find their Ways - Read more

Elderly: New Brief Tool to Screen for Cognitive Impairment

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[05/01/2011] The Sweet 16, a new screening test developed by a team of geriatricians and neurologists at the Institute for Aging Research of Hebrew SeniorLife and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, could help clinicians more rapidly detect dementia in elderly patients.Elderly: New Brief Tool to Screen for Cognitive Impairment - Read more

Perceptual Training Improves Vision of the Elderly

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[10/12/2010] Elderly adults can improve their vision with perceptual training, according to a study from the University of California, Riverside (UCR) and Boston University that has implications for the health and mobility of senior citizens.Perceptual Training Improves Vision of the Elderly - Read more

The Big Knit

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[19/11/2010] Winter can be hard when you are in later life, with many older people suffering needlessly. Age UK launched The Big Knit – their annual initiative to help make older people warmer in winter.The Big Knit - Read more

Unusual Health Rituals Observed by People over 65

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[15/11/2010] Eating steamed pears, having a soothing massage or bathing in a herbal mixture are just some of indigenous health practices used by older people to ward off or treat influenza, according to new research.Unusual Health Rituals Observed by People over 65 - Read more

Older People: Napping is Healthy

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[03/11/2010] Older people are advised that taking an afternoon nap can lead to more active lives.Older People: Napping is Healthy - Read more

70-Year-Olds Smarter than They Used to Be

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[27/10/2010] Today´s 70-year-olds do far better in intelligence tests than their predecessors. It has also become more difficult to detect dementia in its early stages, though forgetfulness is still an early symptom, reveals new research.70-Year-Olds Smarter than They Used to Be - Read more

African American Seniors at Higher Risk for Mental Abuse

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[04/10/2010] In a population-based survey to indicate a racial disparity in the psychological abuse of senior citizens, researchers found that African American seniors could be twice as likely to be mistreated than elders of other races.African American Seniors at Higher Risk for Mental Abuse - Read more

Alzheimer's: Friends and Family Detect Early Signs better

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[04/10/2010] Family members and close friends are more sensitive to early signs of Alzheimer's dementia than traditional screening tests, according to researchers.Alzheimer's: Friends and Family Detect Early Signs better - Read more

Indoor and Outdoor Falls are Different for the Elderly

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[24/09/2010] The risk factors for indoor and outdoor falls for older adults are different, according to a new study. This fact is often missed when the two are combined and may affect how falls prevention programs are structured.Indoor and Outdoor Falls are Different for the Elderly - Read more

Diabetes Impairs but Does not Halt Sex among Elderly

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[10/09/2010] Many older adults with diabetes are sexually active, according to a study. Almost 70 percent of partnered men with diabetes and 62 percent of partnered women with diabetes engaged in sexual activity two or three times a month, comparable to those without diabetes, the study showed.Diabetes Impairs but Does not Halt Sex among Elderly - Read more

Elderly: Low Vitamin D Linked to Metabolic Syndrome

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[06/09/2010] A new study adds to the mounting evidence that older adults commonly have low vitamin D levels and that vitamin D inadequacy may be a risk factor for the metabolic syndrome, a condition that affects one in four adults.Elderly: Low Vitamin D Linked to Metabolic Syndrome - Read more

Going Barefoot in Home May Contribute to Elderly Falls

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[25/08/2010] Going barefoot in the home, or wearing slippers or socks with no shoes, may contribute to falls among the elderly, according to a new study from the Institute for Aging Research of Hebrew SeniorLife. Going Barefoot in Home May Contribute to Elderly Falls - Read more

Elderly: Motion-Tracking Technology Reduces Injuries

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[20/08/2010] Researchers have developed technology to track motions while people exercise. The technology provides feedback to patients as they recover from injuries or illnesses in order to reduce the chances of future injuries and re-hospitalisation. Elderly: Motion-Tracking Technology Reduces Injuries - Read more

The Digital Fitness Coach for Seniors

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[11/08/2010] Scientists in the European research project PAMAP are working on a first prototype to measure physical activities to support healthier and independent living for elderly people.The Digital Fitness Coach for Seniors - Read more

Laugh Your Way to Retirement

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[26/07/2010] A sense of humor helps to keep people healthy and increases their chances of reaching retirement age. But after the age of 70, the health benefits of humor decrease, researchers have found.Laugh Your Way to Retirement - Read more

Enhancing Clinical Data Improves Care and Reduces Costs

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[14/07/2010] An interdisciplinary team of University of Missouri (MU) researchers is refining electronic health record (EHR) technology to more efficiently meet increasing health care demands.Enhancing Clinical Data Improves Care and Reduces Costs - Read more

Elderly: Hands-On Osteopathic Treatment Cuts Hospital Stays

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[12/07/2010] Older patients battling pneumonia spent less time in the hospital when treated using osteopathic manipulative medicine – a drug-free form of hands-on medical care focusing on increasing muscle motion – in addition to conventional care, research shows.Elderly: Hands-On Osteopathic Treatment Cuts Hospital Stays - Read more

Changes to Residential Care System Claimed

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[09/07/2010] Researchers are calling for changes to the UK residential home care system to ensure older people have a ‘home for life’ and are not pushed out to hospitals or nursing homes unnecessarily.Changes to Residential Care System Claimed - Read more

Education Helps against Dementia

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[30/06/2010] Researchers have discovered that education not only delays the early symptoms of dementia, but can also slow down the development of the disease – a finding that could result in faster diagnosis and treatment of dementia.Education Helps against Dementia - Read more

Dementia: Family Caregiving Increases Risk for Spouses

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[28/06/2010] Husbands or wives who care for spouses with dementia are six times more likely to develop the memory-impairing condition than those whose spouses don't have it, according to results of a 12-year study.Dementia: Family Caregiving Increases Risk for Spouses - Read more

Elderly: Cheese Found to Improve the Immune Response

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[28/06/2010] Scientists in Finland have discovered that cheese can help preserve and enhance the immune system of the elderly by acting as a carrier for probiotic bacteria.Elderly: Cheese Found to Improve the Immune Response - Read more

Reducing Hip Fractures in the Elderly

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[21/06/2010] Seniors who consume a higher level of dietary protein are less likely to suffer hip fractures than seniors whose daily dietary protein intake is less, according to a new study by the Institute for Aging Research of Hebrew SeniorLife.Reducing Hip Fractures in the Elderly - Read more

TV Chef Backs Hospital Food Project for Elderly

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[16/06/2010] Pioneering research from the University of Reading is being used to enhance the taste of hospital food to help prevent or treat malnutrition in older people. The project is supported by celebrity chef Heston Blumenthal.TV Chef Backs Hospital Food Project for Elderly - Read more

Elderly: Let´s Talk about Sex

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[11/06/2010] A new study suggests that it may not help older men and women with sexual problems to talk to a doctor, but men who talk to their partner report greater happiness – and those who talked with friends felt less depressed.Elderly: Let´s Talk about Sex - Read more

High Rates of At-Risk Drinking Among Elderly

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[09/06/2010] More than a third of drinkers 60 years old and older consume amounts of alcohol that are excessive or that are potentially harmful in combination with certain diseases they may have or medications they may be taking.High Rates of At-Risk Drinking Among Elderly - Read more

Family Caregiving Is Stress Filled and Isolating

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[02/06/2010] Family members who provide care to relatives with dementia, but do not have formal training, frequently experience overwhelming stress that sometimes leads to breakdowns or depression.Family Caregiving Is Stress Filled and Isolating - Read more

Domestic Robot Helps Sick Elderly

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[26/05/2010] A group of European researchers will link robots and 'smart homes'. The robot, a 'sensible family friend', will ensure that home is a nice place to stay. And that patients do the right things.Domestic Robot Helps Sick Elderly - Read more

Elderly: Strangers Do Not Get Emails

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[21/05/2010] Researchers have studied how older people interact and use email in their daily life. The study will be used to design new email systems that are more intuitive and accessible.Elderly: Strangers Do Not Get Emails - Read more

Driving Guideline for People with Alzheimer's

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[19/05/2010] The American Academy of Neurology has issued a new guideline to help determine when people with Alzheimer's disease or another type of dementia should stop driving.Driving Guideline for People with Alzheimer's - Read more

Friends As Key to Happy Retirement

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[14/05/2010] Strong social networks may be more important than having children and grandchildren around if you're hoping for a happy retirement.Friends As Key to Happy Retirement - Read more

Fatal Injuries Increase in Older Americans

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[10/05/2010] The risk of dying from injuries is increasing for Americans aged 65 and older according to a new report, due to falls, motorcycle crashes, machinery use and poisoning.Fatal Injuries Increase in Older Americans - Read more

Regular Daily Routines Make Elderly Sleep Better

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[05/05/2010] A study found that the maintenance of daily routines was associated with a reduced rate of insomnia and improved quality of sleep in older adults living in a retirement community.Regular Daily Routines Make Elderly Sleep Better - Read more

Intentional Weight Loss Is Not Harmful to Seniors

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[03/05/2010] A new study refutes the widely held belief that intentional weight loss in older adults leads to increased risk of death.Intentional Weight Loss Is Not Harmful to Seniors - Read more

Dance Therapy Improves Seniors' Gait and Balance

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[26/04/2010] For seniors, dancing isn't just for fun; it also can be therapeutic. Two recent studies found that participation in dance-based therapy can improve balance and gait in older adults.Dance Therapy Improves Seniors' Gait and Balance - Read more

Sense of Home in Residential Care

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[23/04/2010] Moving into a nursing home means a lot of changes for the elderly. The feeling of being at home is very important their quality of life, a thesis reveals.Sense of Home in Residential Care - Read more

Elderly Lack Decision-Making Capacity at Death

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[21/04/2010] More than one in four elderly Americans lacked the capacity to make their own medical care decisions at the end of life, according to a study of 3,746 people.Elderly Lack Decision-Making Capacity at Death - Read more

Ageing: Feeling Lonely Increases Blood Pressure

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[26/03/2010] Chronic feelings of loneliness take a toll on blood pressure over time, causing a marked increase after four years, according to a new study.Ageing: Feeling Lonely Increases Blood Pressure - Read more

Knee Replacement in Elderly Improves Balance

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[24/03/2010] Total knee replacement successfully relieves pain and improves function in patients with advanced knee arthritis, according to a study. The surgery also significantly improves dynamic balance among elderly patients.Knee Replacement in Elderly Improves Balance - Read more

Napping Increases Risk of Type 2 Diabetes in Older Adults

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[22/03/2010] A study shows that frequent napping is associated with an elevated prevalence of type 2 diabetes and impaired fasting glucose in an older Chinese population.Napping Increases Risk of Type 2 Diabetes in Older Adults - Read more

Video Games May Combat Depression in Older Adults

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[01/03/2010] Research suggests a novel route to improving the symptoms of subsyndromal depression (SSD) in seniors through the regular use of "exergames" – entertaining video games that combine game play with exercise.Video Games May Combat Depression in Older Adults - Read more

Elderly at Risk of Elevator-Related Injuries

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[26/02/2010] Older adults are more likely to use elevators than stairs or escalators. While elevators are one of the safest forms of transportation, they can pose a real danger for the aging population.Elderly at Risk of Elevator-Related Injuries - Read more

Elderly: Untreated Poor Vision Linked to Dementia

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[24/02/2010] Elderly people with visual disorders that are left untreated are significantly more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease - the most common form of dementia, according to a new study.Elderly: Untreated Poor Vision Linked to Dementia - Read more

Elderly: Decreased Muscle Strength Predicts Functional Impairments

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[05/02/2010] Decreased muscle strength is associated with difficulty in performing functional activities such as stooping, crouching, or kneeling (SCK) in older adults, according to an observational study. Elderly: Decreased Muscle Strength Predicts Functional Impairments - Read more

Improving Eating Skills of Dementia Patients

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[01/02/2010] An international study involving academics from the University of Sheffield has shown that it is possible to improve the eating skills and nutritional status of older people with dementia.Improving Eating Skills of Dementia Patients - Read more

Public Education against Vision Loss

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[29/01/2010] The Braille Institute of America launches a public education campaign to keep seniors who experience vision loss active and independent for as long as possible.Public Education against Vision Loss - Read more

Elderly: Lighter Sedation May Reduce Risk of Confusion

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[27/01/2010] A new study suggests that simply limiting the depth of sedation during surgery could safely cut the risk of postoperative delirium which is common in elderly patients by 50 percent.Elderly: Lighter Sedation May Reduce Risk of Confusion - Read more

Safety Net for Fall-Prone Elderly

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[20/01/2010] Falls are the main cause of injuries among elderly people, but until now doctors have had few ways of monitoring and counteracting mobility problems among patients. New research aims to change that.Safety Net for Fall-Prone Elderly - Read more

Hispanic Elderly More Likely to Live in Inferior Nursing Homes

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[08/01/2010] Hispanic senior citizens are living in nursing homes in ever-increasing numbers, but they face a gap in their quality of care compared to white residents. Hispanic Elderly More Likely to Live in Inferior Nursing Homes - Read more

Strange Behaviour Helps Seniors Remember Medication

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[06/01/2010] Doing something unusual while taking a dose of medicine may be an effective strategy to help seniors remember whether they have already taken their pills.Strange Behaviour Helps Seniors Remember Medication - Read more

New Standards for Geriatric Care Management

[16/11/2009] New certified membership standards were introduced for the geriatric care management profession. New Standards for Geriatric Care Management - Read more

Waist-Hip Ratio Better for Gauging Obesity in Elderly

[07/10/2009] Body mass index (BMI) readings may not be the best gauge of obesity in older adults, according to new research. Instead the ratio of waist size to hip size may be a better indicator when it comes to those over 70. Waist-Hip Ratio Better for Gauging Obesity in Elderly - Read more

Older People Are Not Getting their Five-a-Day

[29/04/2009] Older people are not eating enough fruit and vegetables, reveals a research from the Changing Ageing Partnership (CAP).Older People Are Not Getting their Five-a-Day - Read more

Few Friends and Loneliness Hurts Health for Elderly

[08/04/2009] Although not having many close friends contributes to poorer health for many older adults, those who also feel lonely face even greater health risks, research suggests. Few Friends and Loneliness Hurts Health for Elderly - Read more

80-Year-Olds Cannot Increase Their Muscle Mass

[03/04/2009] Octogenarian women were unable to increase muscle mass after a three-month weight lifting programme, says a new study. The good news: they were, anyway, able to lift more weight.80-Year-Olds Cannot Increase Their Muscle Mass - Read more

Dance your Way to Successful Ageing

[01/04/2009] Older people can dance their way towards improved health and happiness, according to a report from the Changing Ageing Partnership (CAP).Dance your Way to Successful Ageing - Read more

Only One in Six Older People Embrace Social Networking

[16/03/2009] Only one in six people aged 55plus have used a social networking service says a poll commissioned by Age Concern‚ and now the charity is encouraging the other five to give it a go. Only One in Six Older People Embrace Social Networking - Read more

Elderly People Require Better Fire Prevention

[21/11/2008] If you are over seventy years old, your chances of dying in a fire at home are four times as high as they are for the rest of the population. It is also a fact that half of all women who die in house fires are 70 or older.Elderly People Require Better Fire Prevention - Read more

Improving Transport Systems for Older People’s Needs

[19/09/2008] A new study has pinpointed how simple, low-cost measures could revolutionise older people’s ability to use transport systems effectively, safely and with confidence. Improving Transport Systems for Older People’s Needs - Read more

Research Finds America's Elderly Suffering Abuse

[29/08/2008] A new study concludes that nearly 13 percent of America's aged citizens suffer some form of abuse. Specifically, nine percent of adults reported they have suffered from verbal mistreatment and 0.2 percent suffer physical mistreatment. Research Finds America's Elderly Suffering Abuse - Read more

Conquering the Dance Floor

[13/08/2008] To host a dance event for residents and help raise vital funds for disadvantaged older people in the UK and overseas Help the Aged is calling on all care home staff. Conquering the Dance Floor - Read more

‘Down, but not Out’: Depression in Older People

[13/08/2008] More than two million older people over the age of 65 in England have symptoms of depression, but the vast majority are denied any help, according to a new research.‘Down, but not Out’: Depression in Older People - Read more

Nursing Teams to Produce Savings

[25/07/2008] Bringing a community nursing and physiotherapy team into residential care homes for older people improves quality of life and reduces hospital admissions, according to a new evaluation study.Nursing Teams to Produce Savings - Read more

The Big Q against Worries about Quality of Age

[28/04/2008] Eight of out ten people in Britain are very concerned about the quality of care they or their loved ones will get in later life, research for Age Concern reveals. The Big Q against Worries about Quality of Age - Read more

Only Some Pounds Could Improve Quality of Life

[18/01/2008] Millions of older people haven't had a holiday for five years, new survey finds.Only Some Pounds Could Improve Quality of Life - Read more

Dancing With a Vision in Dallas

[12/09/2007] Philanthropist Ruth Altshuler and former Dallas Cowboy stars Emmitt Smith and Roger Staubach will be serving as honorary chairs for the "Dancing with a Vision" dinner-dance on September 20 at the Hilton Anatole Hotel in Dallas. Dancing With a Vision in Dallas - Read more

Better Mobility Keeps Seniors Healthier

[13/08/2007] As people lose the ability to walk unaided, they tend to suffer further deterioration that can interfere with other daily living activities. A loss of mobility often comes along with a loss of independence which affects older people’s health. Better Mobility Keeps Seniors Healthier - Read more

A Can of Soup Is Luxury

[21/02/2007] Some of the poorest older people have low expectations of their own lives as a result of decades of hardship before retirement. Half of the groups surveyed did not view contents insurance, regular savings or replacing worn out furniture as a necessity.A Can of Soup Is Luxury - Read more

Exercise Helps Elderly Regain Physical Function

[21/11/2006] Regular structured exercise may allow previously sedentary elderly people to attain significant improvements in their physical functioning and reduce the likelihood they will become disabled in the future, according to findings from a multicenter pilot study being presented at the Gerontological Society of America's annual meeting in Dallas.Exercise Helps Elderly Regain Physical Function - Read more

Pensions Crisis Looms for Older Jobseekers

[15/11/2006] Hundreds of thousands of older jobseekers would be saving into an occupational pension if only they could find a job, according to Age Concern. The charity is calling on the Government to act urgently to help older jobseekers back into work so they can boost their quality of life and make essential retirement savings.Pensions Crisis Looms for Older Jobseekers - Read more

Sing a Song to End Loneliness this Christmas

[18/10/2006] Help the Aged is calling on church groups across the UK to get into the Christmas spirit by taking part in the Charity's Carol Appeal 2006. Running throughout November and December, the 26th Carol Appeal involves organising carol singing events to raise much-needed funds for Help the Aged to help older people facing loneliness this Christmas and year round.Sing a Song to End Loneliness this Christmas - Read more

Are Pets Good for You?

[28/11/2005] Owning a pet is linked to health and wellbeing, particularly for older people and patients recovering from major illness. Are Pets Good for You? - Read more

Elderly: Hospitalization and Restricted Activity Can Lead to Disability

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[04/11/2004] Illnesses and injuries leading to hospitalization or restricted activity are key sources of disability for independent older persons, regardless of physical frailty, Yale researchers report. Elderly: Hospitalization and Restricted Activity Can Lead to Disability - Read more

Care and Nursing Home Databases

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[01/05/2004] Trying to find a the right care or nursing home is difficult, but many online databases offer advice and information on homes in your region. Care and Nursing Home Databases - Read more