Older adults in Europe face a tough time when it comes to getting the COVID-19 vaccine. It's not just about their health knowledge. It's also about whether they can use the internet. A big study looked at over 30, 000 people. It found that those who understand health info better are more likely to g
Older people living in Guangzhou are finding that the places around them can shape how they feel inside. Researchers have started to look at how the built environment – things like sidewalks, parks and buildings – might influence mental health. But they realized that the answer is not simple: the
Older adults often sleep less or more than the usual seven hours, and this can hurt their kidneys. A big study looked at 178, 268 U. S. seniors who answered a health survey in 2022. Researchers split the participants into five groups based on how many hours they slept: no more than five, six,
Older adults often need a little extra help to stay active and engaged, especially when their abilities start to decline. That's where socially interactive agents (SIAs) come in. These are like friendly robots or smart devices that chat, play games, or just keep someone company. But how well do they
Older adults with mild memory issues might find help in an unlikely place: virtual reality sailing. This isn't just about gaming; it's about giving the brain a workout. The idea is to use VR to create a fun, engaging way to improve memory and thinking skills. It's like going to the gym, but for the
Older adults who develop depression might be showing early signs of brain diseases like Parkinson's or Lewy body dementia. This is what a recent study suggests. The study found that depression becomes more common in these seniors, starting about three years before they are diagnosed with these brain
Workers at Ontario Health atHome have been doing their jobs remotely for years. This setup has been working well for both the employees and the people who need their services. But now, the government wants them to go back to the office. This is causing problems because there isn't enough space for e
Older adults' daily routines are influenced by their physical abilities, sensory functions, and how they feel about their health. These routines include activities like moderate-to-vigorous exercise, light physical activities, sitting around, and sleep. Most studies look at these activities separate
Older women face a higher chance of falling and getting hurt. This is especially true for those who have gone through menopause. Falls can lead to broken bones, particularly in the arms, and this often happens when someone falls forward. But not much research has looked into how to lower these risks
Older adults often face osteoporosis, a condition where bones weaken and become fragile. A recent study explored if standard MRI scans could help spot this issue by looking at fat in the spine's bone marrow. Researchers focused on T1-weighted MRI images. These images can show bone marrow fat. The i
