MISFIT project keeping women active
The MISFIT project - Maximising Inclusiveness in Sports through Female-centric Innovation and Technology will see the development of wearable technology…
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Eating problems are common among older home care clients
Eating problems are common among older home care clients, a new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows. Nearly…
Physical activity: The secret to staying young
Lifelong physical activity could protect against age-related loss of muscle mass and function, according to research published in The Journal…
The skin microbiome and healthy ageing
The University of Bradford will lead research into the skin microbiome and how it affects skin conditions and ageing, as…
Cognitive impact of Selenium
Selenium – a mineral found in many foods – could reverse the cognitive impact of stroke and boost learning and…
Thyroid disorders in 1 in 20 UK adults
Thyroid disorders in 1 in 20 UK adults: The leading blood testing specialist Dr Quinton Fivelman says 1 in 20…
Falls in care homes can be significantly reduced with intervention
The largest study of care homes in the UK, led by experts at the University of Nottingham, has found that…
De-cluttering may not help people with dementia
A clutter-free environment may not help people with dementia carry out daily tasks – according to a new study from…
Secrets of Women’s Healthy Ageing
Secrets of Women’s Healthy Ageing Living Better, Living Longer by Cassandra Szoeke: The research-based approach to ageing well Secrets of…
Non-invasive potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease
Non-invasive potential treatment for Alzheimer’s disease: Ultrasound can overcome some of the detrimental effects of ageing and dementia without the need…
Inequalities in disability report by the ILC
Inequalities in disability between richest and poorest in the UK more than tripled in past decades, new report finds A…
Research opportunity for Front-line health professionals
The British Geriatrics Society (BGS) and the Dunhill Medical Trust (DMT) are inviting front-line health professionals to apply for a…