Elderly
Research has shown that multimorbidity, or the presence of multiple long-term health conditions in an individual, is a complex challenge that affects individuals, healthcare systems, and society. A recent study from the University of Lausanne aimed to investigate the progression of multimorbidity in the adult population of Switzerland. Using an
Cancer
Research in Karachi, Pakistan has shed light on the relationship between malnutrition and gastrointestinal cancer outcomes in older adults in the United States. Study findings indicate that mortality rates from malnutrition and gastric cancer have been worsening, with significant disparities in mortality trends observed among different age groups, sexes, and
Cancer
Research in Karachi, Pakistan has shed light on the relationship between malnutrition and gastrointestinal cancer outcomes in older adults in the United States. Study findings indicate that mortality rates from malnutrition and gastric cancer have been worsening, with significant disparities in mortality trends observed among different age groups, sexes, and
Elderly
Research conducted by Jining No. 1 People's Hospital and published in PLOS One has found that abnormal sleep duration is associated with poor cognitive function in older adults in rural China. The study aimed to investigate the relationship between sleep duration and cognitive function among older adults in
Elderly
According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, equitable access to nutrition care can significantly improve nutrition and health outcomes for older adults in long-term care and community settings. The consensus statement, reached after a thorough review of the literature and expert input, highlights the importance of addressing malnutrition in
Elderly
Research conducted by Jining No. 1 People's Hospital and published in PLOS One has found that abnormal sleep duration is associated with poor cognitive function in older adults in rural China. The study aimed to investigate the relationship between sleep duration and cognitive function among older adults in
Housing
A significant plan to redevelop the Mozart Court site in Stevenage has been approved by councillors, paving the way for 79 new affordable flats for older people. The development, proposed by Anchor Housing, involves replacing 33 existing homes with a six-storey building containing 68 one-bed and 11 two-bedroom apartments. These
Elderly
Researchers have published a new report comparing the effectiveness of various virtual reality (VR) technologies for improving cognitive function in older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). A systematic review and network meta-analysis of 12 randomized controlled trials involving 529 participants found that semi-immersive VR was the most effective in
Elderly
Research conducted by Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine has revealed that the geriatric nutritional risk index (GNRI) is a useful predictor of surgical risk and postoperative outcomes in older patients undergoing multilevel thoracolumbar fusion surgery. The study, which included 249 patients aged 65 years or older, found that the
Communicable diseases
Research on heart disorders and diseases has shown that among older adults in India, the burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) is predominantly driven by degenerative diseases and conditions. Multimorbidity, which refers to the co-occurrence of multiple chronic diseases or conditions, has been found to have a significant impact on the
Decision making
A recent study from Mae Fah Luang University in Chiang Rai, Thailand, has found that a mobile gaming app-based cognitive training program can significantly improve cognitive function in older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The research involved a randomized controlled trial of 42 participants, with 21 in the intervention
Decision making
A recent study from Mae Fah Luang University in Chiang Rai, Thailand, has found that a mobile gaming app-based cognitive training program can significantly improve cognitive function in older adults with mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The research involved a randomized controlled trial of 42 participants, with 21 in the intervention
