Older people who only walk 4,000 daily steps once a week still reduce their risk of…
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A little stress could be the secret to healthy aging
Researchers at the University of Basel in Switzerland have found that certain nutrients can cause a…
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How elder care can rupture sibling relationships: ‘I didn’t have much choice’ | Well actually
When Katrina, 60 (who withheld her last name for privacy), moved in with her family in…
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Comparison of balance, functional capacity, and quality of life between older adults with lower and higher levels of physical activity | BMC Geriatrics
During data collection, 203 individuals consented to participate in the study. Following screening based on inclusion…
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The women looking after the elderly in Colombia also need care
It is 4.45 in the morning, and Sandra Moreno is already up. She moves quietly, so…
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Why some older Canadians bounce back after a period of bad health
Ken Martens, 79, smears chalk all over his hands and gets ready for his workout. He…
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