Tag: Older Adults
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Non-DNMT3A CHIP Variants Linked to Higher Heart Failure Risk in Older Adults
Overview: CHIP and its Subtypes Clonal hematopoiesis of indeterminate potential (CHIP) is a condition in which blood-forming stem cells acquire somatic mutations and expand clonally. With age, CHIP becomes more common, and it has been associated with a range of cardiovascular and hematologic outcomes. While DNMT3A is among the most frequently mutated CHIP genes, a…
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Improving Neighbourhoods for Older Melbournians: Citizen Scientists Lead the Way
Rethinking the street for an aging city Melbourne is racing to adapt to a growing cohort of older residents. A dedicated group of 65-plus citizen scientists has spent months walking, observing, and reporting on the everyday realities of suburb life. Their aim is simple but ambitious: identify practical changes that make neighbourhoods safer, easier to…
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Age Up: Thrive and Avoid Decline as You Age Naturally
Introduction: Why aging up matters When people talk about aging, they often focus on decline. Yet recent research from Trinity College Dublin and Dublin City University highlights a different narrative: many older adults stay sharp, purposeful, and less anxious than their younger counterparts. The idea of “aging up” isn’t about pretending time isn’t passing; it’s…
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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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A sewing circle, a home, a lifeline: the fight to save older people’s homes from demolition
Introduction: A community’s lifeline under threat In many neighborhoods, a sewing circle is more than a hobby — it is a lifeline for older residents, a place to exchange stories, share skills, and sustain social ties. Yet across communities, a policy climate that prioritizes development over stability risks tearing this fabric apart. The ongoing inquiry…
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Fit older male cyclists face these hidden heart risks — and why riding still matters
Why cycling remains beneficial for older adults Regular cycling is widely recognized for its cardiovascular benefits, from improving heart health to aiding weight management and mental well-being. For many older adults, cycling is a low-impact way to stay active, support joint health, and maintain independence. Yet, like any high-endurance sport, long-term, high-intensity cycling can introduce…
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Fit older male cyclists face these hidden heart risks – here’s why that shouldn’t put you off riding
Introduction: Riding strong, with mindful heart health Exercise remains one of the best medicines for aging bodies. For many older men who cycle regularly, the benefits are clear: better stamina, healthier weight, sharper mood, and a lower risk of chronic disease. Yet long-term, high-intensity cycling can reveal hidden risks that merit attention. This article breaks…
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Fit older male cyclists face these hidden heart risks — and why that shouldn’t put you off riding
Understanding the paradox: great shape, hidden risks Exercise is a powerful medicine, especially for staying healthy as we age. For many older adults, cycling offers cardio fitness, joint protection, and mental well-being. Yet, when cycling is pursued at high intensity for many years, the heart can bear hidden strains. This isn’t a reason to abandon…
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Longer Walking Bouts Benefit Heart Health, Study Finds
Longer Walking Bouts Linked to Lower Heart Disease Risk and Longevity Walking is a simple, scalable form of exercise, but new research suggests the way you accumulate those steps matters just as much as the total number. A large international study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine found that adults who tended to accumulate…
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Smartphone Platform: Remote Motor Fitness Assessment with AI-Generated Personalized Exercise for Older Adults — A Randomized Trial
Introduction: Rethinking Exercise for Healthy Aging Regular physical activity remains a cornerstone of healthy aging, yet traditional guidelines often adopt a one-size-fits-all approach that may neglect important fitness components beyond cardiovascular endurance. Balance, flexibility, and strength are critical for maintaining independence and reducing fall risk in older adults, but there is limited guidance for accurately…