Tag: geriatric health
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Incretin-Based Diabetes Drugs May Protect Against Dementia
Groundbreaking Findings from a Large-Scale McGill Study In a landmark analysis drawing on real-world clinical data from more than 450,000 patients, researchers at McGill University report that two classes of incretin-based medications used to treat Type 2 diabetes are associated with a reduced risk of dementia. The study adds to a growing body of evidence…
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Subjective Slow Walking Speed Reflects Locomotive Syndrome Severity in Nearly 35,000 Health Screen Participants
Understanding locomotive syndrome and gait speed Locomotive syndrome is a condition recognized for increasing the risk of mobility-related disability as people age. It emphasizes the need to maintain functional movement to prevent dependence on others for daily activities. A growing body of research has explored simple, everyday indicators that might flag rising locomotive syndrome risk,…
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Evidence grows for RSV vaccines as officials tighten restrictions
Rising evidence supports RSV vaccines amid new restrictions Despite ongoing policy debates and new restrictions on vaccination programs, scientists continue to publish findings that RSV vaccines substantially reduce hospitalizations. In the latest wave of real-world data, health systems are reporting fewer admissions for severe respiratory disease among older adults and high-risk infants who were eligible…
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Reducing Sleep Drug Use Helps Older Adults Live Better
Overview: Sleep Medications and Aging New research suggests that cutting back on sleep medications could help older adults enjoy better health and greater independence. The study, published online October 24 in The Lancet Regional Health — Americas, examines the long-term effects of reduced use of prescribed or over-the-counter sleep aids on daily living and overall…
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Demographic Shifts in Europe Could Raise Drug-Resistant Bloodstream Infections
Overview: A Growing Threat in Europe New research signals that demographic changes across Europe are likely to fuel a rise in drug-resistant bloodstream infections (DR-BSIs). As populations age and chronic illnesses become more prevalent, the combinations of conditions that often precede DR-BSIs are increasing. This trend has serious implications for patient outcomes, hospital workloads, and…
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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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Serum Uric Acid and Cardiovascular Risk in Older Adults: Insights from the Berlin Initiative Study
Background and purpose Serum uric acid (SUA) is a biomarker that has drawn attention for potential links to cardiovascular disease and mortality. A population-based prospective cohort study using data from the Berlin Initiative Study (BIS) examined whether SUA levels in community-dwelling older adults influence the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE) and death. The…
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Why Some Older Canadians Bounce Back After Bad Health
Older Canadians Can and Do Recover Public conversations about aging often center on decline, but a growing body of research is painting a different picture. Among older Canadians, a meaningful share can recover from periods of serious health challenges. A recent Canadian study published in PLOS One followed more than 8,300 seniors with varied health…
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Prevalence and Determinants of Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity Among Older Adults in Shanghai: A Cross-Sectional Study
Introduction As populations age globally, sarcopenia—an age-related loss of muscle mass and function—poses increasing health and economic challenges. When obesity coexists with sarcopenia, the adverse outcomes amplify, a condition termed sarcopenic obesity (SO). This cross-sectional study investigates the prevalence of sarcopenia and SO among older adults in Shanghai and explores their associations with body composition…