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Wellness

Wireless technology, home health expected to grow in seniors care and housing, survey finds

May 26, 2009

Operators of senior living communities believe that "smart home" technology and wireless connectivity will help to attract residents within the next five years. Other specialty areas predicted to boom include home health services, wellness programs, providing Web-based education and building smaller and/or "green" facilities, according to a new survey of 107 senior living organization in 13 states.

Providing care for ailing spouse can lengthen your life, study finds

December 04, 2008

Caring for an elderly, ailing loved one can take an emotional toll, but it also may add years to your life, according to new research from the University of Michigan.

Nurses steadily kicking smoking habit

November 26, 2008

The rate of smoking among nurses fell significantly between 1976 and 2003--but the consequences of the habit are still devastating, a new report found.

Nursing home suicide rates have not improved in 15 years

November 24, 2008

While instances of suicide among community-dwelling seniors have fallen in recent years, the same has not been true for long-term care residents, according to a recent study.

Want to live longer? Cheer up and have a drink, researchers say

November 11, 2008

Researchers in America and Canada have unveiled the secret formula behind aging well--and it's more "upbeat" than some might think.

Anti-frailty pill on the horizon?

November 05, 2008

Researchers in Virginia have identified a drug that has increased muscle mass in older, frailer people.

Barrett, Walker: Don't depend on Washington for long-term care leadership

October 15, 2008

Two high-profile private sector leaders entreated long-term care providers Tuesday to take responsibility for technological and care delivery innovations.

Study: Smoking hurts quality of life in old age

October 15, 2008

If you need another reason to quit smoking, here's one: Smoking during middle age not only shortens your life, but makes life harder when you reach old age, a new study finds.

Study: Sleep helps older women prevent falls

September 29, 2008

Women aged 70 or older who receive less than five hours of sleep per night are at a greater risk of falls, according to a recent study.

Surveys: companies, workers coughing up more for healthcare

September 25, 2008

Both employers and employees are paying more for healthcare, according to several recent surveys chronicling the rise and fall of employer-sponsored healthcare rates and premiums over the last year.

New jawbone disease could affect millions of seniors

September 25, 2008

"Bone death," a recently discovered jawbone disease that could potentially affect millions of seniors, will be one topic of conversation at the 2008 American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Foundation meeting.

Medicaid beneficiaries slower to receive emergency heart-attack care

September 24, 2008

A new study adds to an established body of evidence showing that poor people and Medicaid beneficiaries are slower to be treated for heart attacks than counterparts with more money or better insurance. Part of the problem lies with the delayed recognition of heart-attack symptoms in poorer areas, researchers from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill said.

Mediterranean diet linked to reduced rates of chronic disease, Alzheimer's

September 23, 2008

People who live in Mediterranean countries have long been admired for their healthy eating habits. Now a new study confirms why. The diet has recently been found to protect against heart disease, cancer, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease and other chronic conditions.

World's oldest man turns 113

September 19, 2008

For his 113th birthday this week, the world's oldest man received gifts, flowers and $1,000 from his town's mayor. What he wants, however, is to live another five years.

Pelvic floor disorders affect almost half of women over 80

September 18, 2008

Nearly 50% of women aged 80 or older experience a pelvic floor disorder, which can take the form of urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence or pelvic organ prolapse, according to a new report.

Study: Exercise, nutritional supplements drastically improve senior fitness

September 15, 2008

A new study has found that the combination of light exercise and specific nutritional supplements could help keep seniors fit for a longer period of time.

Second aging revolution summit to include big names, big ideas

September 09, 2008

The Wesley Enhanced Living Foundation will host "The Aging Revolution II," a conference devoted to aging issues, on September 25 in Philadelphia.

Study: Too much denture cream could lead to nerve damage

September 09, 2008

As if keeping your original set isn't enough of a reason, here's one more justification for keeping your teeth healthy: Excessive use of denture cream could lead to neurological damage.

Moderate exercise slows dementia's onset, study finds

September 04, 2008

For the first time, moderate exercise has been shown to delay the onset of dementia and improve memory in seniors, according to new research from Australia.

Flu shots do not cut mortality risk, study finds

September 02, 2008

A new study adds to the body of research showing that flu shots do not reduce the risk of death.

Mental decline occurs prior to death, study finds

August 29, 2008

With or without dementia, a person's mental capacity diminishes years before they die, according to new research.

More than 1 in 10 seniors report abuse

August 26, 2008

Nearly 13% of seniors suffer some kind of abuse, usually in the form of verbal mistreatment, according to a recent report.

Overweight seniors living longer, less mobile lives, researchers find

August 22, 2008

Obesity among seniors is somewhat of a ticking time bomb for healthcare systems worldwide, according to British researchers. While it does not increase the risk for death among the elderly, it leads to disability and immobility, and creates a burden for healthcare systems everywhere.

U.S. loses ground in battle against obesity

August 21, 2008

It's been widely reported that exercise and a healthy diet help to control obesity. Unfortunately, most of us aren't paying attention. Obesity rates have increased in 37 states since last year, according to a new health report.

Very old maintain independence through 100th year

August 21, 2008

While many people associate extreme old age with failing health, new research suggests that many centenarians live independent, healthy lives.

Chronic conditions afflict millions of uninsured adults

August 06, 2008

More than 11 million uninsured adults have at least one chronic condition, including cardiovascular disease, hypertension, diabetes, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, according to a study in Tuesday's Annals of Internal Medicine.

Eating fish offers positive cognitive effects for seniors, study finds

August 06, 2008

Older adults who consume fish regularly are improving their brain health, a new study by Finnish researchers found.

Pneumonia still a risk for flu-vaccinated seniors

August 05, 2008

Flu vaccine may not be effective at staving off pneumonia among the very elderly, according to a new report.

Seniors don't raise many surgical concerns with doctors, study finds

August 01, 2008

Whether or not to undergo a surgical procedure can be a tough call, and most patients come armed with many concerns to talk through with their doctors. But a recent study finds that seniors just aren't asking many of those questions.

Poor memory-making another indicator of aging

July 31, 2008

When we sleep, fresh memories become converted into long-term ones, according to researchers at the University of Arizona. But the older we get, the harder it is for our brains to make that unconscious conversion.