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New study identifies association between lower levels of vitamin D and inflammation in older adults

New study identifies association between lower levels of vitamin D and inflammation in older adults

by Trinity College DublinPercentage of the Irish older adult population with high CRP (>10 mg/dL) by age and vitamin D status. Credit:PLOS ONE(2023). DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0287

New study identifies association between lower levels of vitamin D and inflammation in older adults

by Trinity College DublinPercentage of the Irish older adult population with high CRP (>10 mg/dL) by age and vitamin D status. Credit:PLOS ONE(2023). DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0287
Advances in anti-aging: Rapamycin shows potential to extend lifespan and improve health, expert says

Advances in anti-aging: Rapamycin shows potential to extend lifespan and improve health, expert says

by Cynthia McCormick Hibbert,Northeastern UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPeople looking to slow or reverse the symptoms of aging can find remedies ranging from restricted diets and i

Advances in anti-aging: Rapamycin shows potential to extend lifespan and improve health, expert says

by Cynthia McCormick Hibbert,Northeastern UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPeople looking to slow or reverse the symptoms of aging can find remedies ranging from restricted diets and i
Individualized glycemic targets for older type 2 diabetes patients supported by cohort study

Individualized glycemic targets for older type 2 diabetes patients supported by cohort study

by Justin Jackson , Medical XpressCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAn international group of researchers led by Monash University, Australia, supports clinical guideline recommendations for relaxed g

Individualized glycemic targets for older type 2 diabetes patients supported by cohort study

by Justin Jackson , Medical XpressCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainAn international group of researchers led by Monash University, Australia, supports clinical guideline recommendations for relaxed g
13.9 percent of older adults meet federal physical activity guidelines

13.9 percent of older adults meet federal physical activity guidelines

by Elana GotkineOverall, 13.9 percent of adults age 65 years and older met the federal physical activity guidelines for both aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities in 2022, according to a study p

13.9 percent of older adults meet federal physical activity guidelines

by Elana GotkineOverall, 13.9 percent of adults age 65 years and older met the federal physical activity guidelines for both aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities in 2022, according to a study p
Decoding Organ Aging: Plasma Proteome Insights for Health and Disease

Decoding Organ Aging: Plasma Proteome Insights for Health and Disease

This study introduces a novel framework for modeling organ health and biological aging using plasma proteomics, offering a more nuanced understanding of aging at the organ level.

Decoding Organ Aging: Plasma Proteome Insights for Health and Disease

This study introduces a novel framework for modeling organ health and biological aging using plasma proteomics, offering a more nuanced understanding of aging at the organ level.
A new vaccine that alters senescent cells in a way that pushes the immune system into removing them

A new vaccine that alters senescent cells in a way that pushes the immune system into removing them

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressFig. 1: GPNMB is a potential candidate of seno-antigen. Credit: DOI: 10.1038/s43587-021-00151-2A team of researchers affiliated with a large number of institutions in Japa

A new vaccine that alters senescent cells in a way that pushes the immune system into removing them

by Bob Yirka , Medical XpressFig. 1: GPNMB is a potential candidate of seno-antigen. Credit: DOI: 10.1038/s43587-021-00151-2A team of researchers affiliated with a large number of institutions in Japa
Evaluating research on causal factors of human aging and identifying gaps in knowledge

Evaluating research on causal factors of human aging and identifying gaps in knowledge

by University of BirminghamSelection of proposed mechanisms of aging based on age-related changes. a–g, Mechanisms include molecular changes that have been a major focus of research such as oxida

Evaluating research on causal factors of human aging and identifying gaps in knowledge

by University of BirminghamSelection of proposed mechanisms of aging based on age-related changes. a–g, Mechanisms include molecular changes that have been a major focus of research such as oxida
Medicaid coverage of physical, behavioral health together does not improve access, care

Medicaid coverage of physical, behavioral health together does not improve access, care

by Oregon Health & Science UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHealth care systems in the United States have gradually embraced the concept that mental health should be treated on par

Medicaid coverage of physical, behavioral health together does not improve access, care

by Oregon Health & Science UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainHealth care systems in the United States have gradually embraced the concept that mental health should be treated on par
Groundbreaking Discovery: The Link Between Gut Infection and Alzheimer's Disease

Groundbreaking Discovery: The Link Between Gut Infection and Alzheimer's Disease

A recent groundbreaking study has uncovered a fascinating connection between a chronic gut infection and the development of Alzheimer’s disease in certain individuals.

Groundbreaking Discovery: The Link Between Gut Infection and Alzheimer's Disease

A recent groundbreaking study has uncovered a fascinating connection between a chronic gut infection and the development of Alzheimer’s disease in certain individuals.
Study investigates vascular dysfunction as mechanism underlying link between heart and bone health in older adults

Study investigates vascular dysfunction as mechanism underlying link between heart and bone health in older adults

by Hebrew SeniorLife Hinda and Arthur Marcus Institute for Aging ResearchCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOsteoporosis and cardiovascular disease tend to co-occur in older adults. A new study publishe

Study investigates vascular dysfunction as mechanism underlying link between heart and bone health in older adults

by Hebrew SeniorLife Hinda and Arthur Marcus Institute for Aging ResearchCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainOsteoporosis and cardiovascular disease tend to co-occur in older adults. A new study publishe
Smokers generally unaware that quitting smoking will reduce risk of dementia

Smokers generally unaware that quitting smoking will reduce risk of dementia

by Alzheimer's Research UKCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSmokers are being urged to give quitting a go ahead of No Smoking Day (8th March), as research shows those who smoke are more likel

Smokers generally unaware that quitting smoking will reduce risk of dementia

by Alzheimer's Research UKCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainSmokers are being urged to give quitting a go ahead of No Smoking Day (8th March), as research shows those who smoke are more likel