A study of elderly adults in China found that individuals with better oral health were less…
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10 Hobbies for Older Adults That Improve Brain and Body Health
Americans often gain more leisure time as they age, likely a natural consequence of fewer child-rearing responsibilities…
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Why seniors’ care should have been on the election agenda
I was hopeful that when the COVID-19 pandemic drew attention to the plight of senior citizens,…
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‘Acting now could save lives’
What happens when a nation lives longer but breathes dirtier air? Researchers in Japan set out…
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Gut bacteria and metabolites reveal depression-linked patterns in older adults
Researchers uncover distinct microbial and metabolic signatures in the guts of older adults with depression, pointing…
Continue ReadingEmergency department trial halves number of elderly people taking up ward beds
The number of older Australians presenting to emergency departments is steadily increasing, according to the Australian…
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