Tag: elderly care
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Poor Sleep in Seniors Linked to Health Risks in Care Homes
Overview: Sleep problems affect one in five long-term care residents Sleep disturbances are a common issue in long-term care facilities, impacting more than 20% of residents. An international study led by researchers at the University of Waterloo analyzed health records from over 21,000 residents aged 65 and older across 228 long-term care homes in New…
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Study links poor sleep to adverse health outcomes in seniors in long-term care
Overview: Sleep problems are a common challenge in long-term care Sleep disturbances affect more than one in five residents in long-term care facilities, according to a comprehensive international study led by researchers from the University of Waterloo. The investigation analyzed health records of over 21,000 residents aged 65 and older across 228 long-term care homes…
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Age Strong, Live Long: Healthy Ageing Event Celebrates Community Wellbeing in Mayo
Celebrating International Day of Older Persons with Community Momentum In a vibrant mark of International Day of Older Persons 2025, more than 200 members of the public gathered at the Breaffy GAA Clubhouse on Wednesday, October 1, for the ‘Age Strong, Live Long’ event. This engaging celebration of healthy ageing and community wellbeing brought together…
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Older Adults in Nursing Homes Face Higher Seizure Risk With Tramodol and Some Antidepressants
New Findings on Drug Interactions in Senior Care A study published on October 8, 2025, in Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, reports a modest but meaningful link between taking tramadol for pain and certain antidepressants that inhibit the CYP2D6 enzyme in older adults living in nursing homes. The researchers found…
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Rising Temperatures Threaten Older Hearts: Heat & Health
Overview: Heat, aging, and heart health As climate change pushes global temperatures higher and heat waves become more frequent, a silent crisis is unfolding at the intersection of aging and the cardiovascular system. A recent narrative review in the Journal of Applied Physiology synthesizes evidence from the past decade showing that older adults face disproportionate…
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General Health Update: Recent Clinical Insights on HRT, Exercise, Alcohol Counseling, and COVID-19 Treatments
Overview Dr. Ray O’Connor reviews several recent clinical studies that have broad relevance for everyday health decisions. The topics span menopausal hormone therapy (HRT) and fracture risk, the impact of post-hospital discharge exercise on older adults, the effectiveness of brief alcohol counseling in primary care, and current insights into COVID-19 treatments. Here, we distill the…
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Sensorized Motor-Cognitive Dual Task Framework Offers Early Dementia Insights
Introduction: Expanding the Dementia Diagnostic Toolkit As the global population ages, dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease (AD), presents a growing clinical and economic burden. Early identification and prognosis are essential, yet current biomarkers remain imperfect, often requiring costly or invasive methods. A promising direction is the use of digital biomarkers derived from motor and cognitive assessments.…
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Sensorized Motor and Cognitive Dual Task Framework for Dementia Diagnosis: Preliminary Insights From a Cross-Sectional Study
Overview: A New Path in Dementia Screening As the global population ages, dementia research is shifting toward early, noninvasive biomarkers that can be easily integrated into clinical workflows. The Sensorized Motor and Cognitive Dual Task Framework (MCDT) for dementia diagnosis presents a promising approach by combining motor assessments with cognitive load, all captured via wearable…
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LG Easy TV: A Tailored Solution for Senior Citizens
Introduction to LG Easy TV In a world where technology rapidly evolves, LG Electronics has taken a commendable step forward by introducing the LG Easy TV, specifically designed for senior citizens. Launched during a press conference in the Yongdungpo district of Seoul, this innovative product aims to enhance the television viewing experience for the elderly,…
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Martigny Highlights the Essential Role of Family Caregivers
Martigny Celebrates Family Caregivers At the end of October, Martigny will shine a spotlight on the essential role of family caregivers through a series of events organized by the Réseau seniors martignerain. These initiatives aim to inform, raise awareness, and recognize those who provide daily support to their loved ones. Engagement for Caregivers: A Comprehensive…