Ageing

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• Sep 21 2023

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• Sep 21 2023

Ways to reduce risks of dementia in elderly

Keeping yourself physically and mentally active can reduce the risk of dementia, say experts

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• Sep 14 2023

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• Sep 14 2023

Scientists find plant polyphenols as a potential treatment for Alzheimer’s

The research presents naturally occurring polyphenols (PPs) as innovative and multimodal therapeutic agent with dual capabilities to ameliorate ferroptosis and AD

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• Sep 20 2023

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• Sep 20 2023

Researchers tap naked mole rat genes in hunt to boost human longevity

A gene linked with enhanced cellular repair and protection from mole rats was transferred to mice, boosting their lifespans

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• Aug 22 2023

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• Aug 22 2023

Tackling slow metabolism in elderly people through a healthy lifestyle

Metabolism naturally decreases with advancing age, but people can sustain a healthy metabolism through an active lifestyle, a healthy diet and good sleep

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• Aug 22 2023

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• Aug 22 2023

Working out safely: Chair exercises for elderly people

As older people struggle with balance, they can opt for workouts while seated in a chair to stay active

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• Sep 01 2023

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• Sep 01 2023

Vaccines for elderly: What you must know

With age, people’s immunity goes down. Vaccines for those above 65 provide protection from developing infections

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• Aug 02 2023

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• Aug 02 2023

Ageing and cancer: Y chromosome loss could aid in cancer growth

Researchers have found that the loss of the Y chromosome may result in aggressive cancer growth, a potential breakthrough in understanding how cancer cells evade the immune system’s defences

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• Jul 27 2023

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• Jul 27 2023

A wider view of the gut-brain link

Researchers have found that in older adults with mild cognitive impairment there is an increase in total viruses and a decrease in bacterial abundance in their gut microbiomes

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• Jul 30 2023

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• Jul 30 2023

Antibiotics for elderly: Know the side-effects & safe usage

Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections. Too much of antibiotics can affect immunity among the elderly

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• Jul 20 2023

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• Jul 20 2023

Turning back the clock: Can chemicals reverse aging?

Harvard researchers claim a chemical reprogramming through new-age chemical cocktail infusions can reverse aging. Experts weigh in

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• Jul 17 2023

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• Jul 17 2023

Sarcopenia: Why protein intake among older people matters

Sarcopenia or age-related progressive loss of muscle mass and strength is a common geriatric issue that is directly linked to protein intake

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• Jul 04 2023

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• Jul 04 2023

A pain in the butt: Hip arthritis in the elderly

Persistent pain in the hip joint, groin or thigh can be a sign of hip arthritis in older adults. Early detection and medical intervention are key, say doctors

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• Jun 21 2023

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• Jun 21 2023

Every sip counts: Managing dehydration in the elderly

Heat exposure is the most common cause of dehydration in the elderly. Drinking plenty of water as well as rehydration solutions can help

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• Jul 01 2023

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• Jul 01 2023

Key exercises and diet for healthy ageing

Older people should focus on being active, ensuring they do the right type of exercise and eat a balanced diet

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• May 22 2023

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• May 22 2023

Diagnose sepsis early and protect your loved one!

Sepsis, also known as blood poisoning, is caused by an invading bacterium whose prolonged presence can make it lethally pathological

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• May 27 2023

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• May 27 2023

Perils of old age: Hand-eye coordination in elderly

Experts advise the elderly to keep practising activities that require hand-eye coordination to avoid its decline that happens with age

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• Jun 09 2023

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• Jun 09 2023

Anti-ageing food: How to stay youthful

Anti-ageing foods can boost collagen production and delay ageing, say experts

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• May 03 2023

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• May 03 2023

Hello, sunshine: Benefits of sun exposure for older people

While getting vitamin D is the most discussed health benefit, the right daily dose of sunlight also boosts the immune system and improves mood

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• May 12 2023

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• May 12 2023

Parkinson’s: Tips on dealing with caregiver burnout

While caring for a loved one suffering from Parkinson’s, it is important to not neglect your own physical and emotional wellbeing, say long-term caregivers

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• Jul 04 2023

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• Jul 04 2023

Breaking the stigma around Parkinson’s disease

This panel will discuss the social and self-inflicted stigmas associated with Parkinson's disease, tips for caregivers, and gentler therapies.

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• Jun 16 2023

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• Jun 16 2023

Anger management in the elderly: Patience is key

Caregivers and families must have patience and a non-patronising approach while dealing with outbursts of older people

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• Apr 17 2023

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• Apr 17 2023

Parkinson’s: Seven common myths busted

Neurologists and movement disorder specialists bust some common misconceptions about Parkinson’s disease

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• Apr 11 2023

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• Apr 11 2023

How age shows up on the skin

Older people should take extra care since the skin tends to become drier and more sensitive with age

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• Jul 13 2023

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• Jul 13 2023

Ageless connections: Power of socialising for the elderly

Apart from enhancing emotional well-being, socialising can help the elderly keep common ailments under control while improving balance and mobility

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• Apr 14 2023

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• Apr 14 2023

Podiatry: Importance of footcare in the elderly

Foot issues in the elderly like infections and bunions can be prevented by various measures like moisturising, stretching and maintaining proper foot hygiene

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• Apr 22 2023

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• Apr 22 2023

Bedwetting and adult diapers are a reality

Nocturnal enuresis or bedwetting is common in the elderly and can be a warning sign of an underlying condition

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• Mar 20 2023

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• Mar 20 2023

Lacking health workers, Germany taps robots for elder care

Researchers are racing to conceive robots that can take over some of the tasks carried out today by nurses, carers and doctors

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• Mar 14 2023

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• Mar 14 2023

Blood stem cell clones could provide clues to how people age: Dr Jyoti Nangalia

Stem cell clones expand exponentially over a lifetime, resulting in abrupt changes in the population of blood cells we have by the seventh decade of life

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• Feb 24 2023

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• Feb 24 2023

Myth buster: Exercise does NOT delay ageing

Healthy ageing and delaying ageing are two different things altogether, say experts

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• Feb 24 2023

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• Feb 24 2023

The rise and fall of hormones in the elderly

Hormonal fluctuation is a natural part of ageing. Healthy lifestyle habits like exercising and following good sleep hygiene can help ease the harsh effects of the wavering hormones

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• Mar 27 2023

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• Mar 27 2023

Eye care tips for the elderly

Experts recommend regular eye checkups to the elderly to prevent serious eye diseases and maintain eye health

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• Mar 01 2023

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• Mar 01 2023

How to keep the elderly brain healthy

Training the brain through different activities can help the elderly to keep it healthy and active

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• Feb 08 2023

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• Feb 08 2023

Exercise, the elixir: Signs and science of healthy ageing

Understanding the age-related physical and biological changes in the body and cells, and exercising to manage these signs can lead to a long, healthy and productive life

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• Feb 24 2023

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• Feb 24 2023

Hearing loss among elderly: better communication can help

Incorporating appropriate communication techniques can improve the quality of life in elderly people with hearing loss

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• Feb 24 2023

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• Feb 24 2023

How older people can keep arthritis pain in check in winter

Arthritis tends to worsen in winter due to higher atmospheric pressure and increased muscle spasms. But an active lifestyle, good nutrition and heat therapy can help

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• Jan 31 2023

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• Jan 31 2023

How long can a healthy human live?

The number of centenarians in the world is expected to more than double over the next decade

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• Jan 30 2023

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• Jan 30 2023

Twelve ways how exercise keeps you young

Regular exercise helps to ward off the natural effects of ageing 

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• Jan 31 2023

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• Jan 31 2023

‘Did nothing special. Just lived,’ says world’s oldest living person

Spanish great-grandmother Maria Branyas Morera, who was born in the United States, is 115

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• Jan 23 2023

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• Jan 23 2023

How to patch up that abnormal gait

Joint problems in the hip and knees affect the gait of many older people. Hence the importance of using assistive devices and getting regular health check-ups for the bones, ears and eyes

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• Mar 21 2023

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• Mar 21 2023

How to prevent bedsores in older people

Constant pressure on certain body parts can cause bedsores. But they can be prevented by keeping the areas clean and dry

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• Feb 01 2023

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• Feb 01 2023

Pacifying pain through palliative care

A caregiving approach for people with life-threatening illnesses, palliative care is much more than physical pain management

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• Jan 31 2023

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• Jan 31 2023

Managing delirium among elderly people

Treating the underlying issue and creating a friendly environment can help in treating the syndrome

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• Apr 06 2023

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• Apr 06 2023

Malnutrition: how to spot the signs in older people

Unintentional weight loss is a common sign of malnutrition among the elderly. Adding nutritious food in the everyday diet can help prevent it

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• Apr 24 2023

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• Apr 24 2023

Age-old wisdom: stay young and healthy with exercise

Regular physical activity or exercise holds the secret to staying young. It helps you remain physically and mentally agile, manage the symptoms of ageing better and lead a disease-free life

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• Jul 13 2023

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• Jul 13 2023

Elders, here’s how Tai Chi can help you sleep better 

Experts say Tai Chi is well suited for senior citizens because its gentle movements are simple and not physically taxing

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• Feb 02 2023

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• Feb 02 2023

Dentures: restoring smiles in the elderly

Loss of teeth is a common occurrence among the elderly. Dentures are an absolute saviour, bringing back lost smiles apart from the ability to chew

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• Dec 13 2022

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• Dec 13 2022

How to deal with senile warts

A common sign of ageing, the skin condition seborrheic keratosis is harmless and requires no treatment

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• Dec 28 2022

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• Dec 28 2022

Preventing piles in older people

Elderly people must not ignore hemorrhoids — commonly called piles — especially when there is bleeding without pain

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• Dec 28 2022

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• Dec 28 2022

A healing touch for older people with gangrene

Gangrene in older adults can pose several health risks if not treated in time. Experts share insights on how to tackle this condition

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• Dec 28 2022

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• Dec 28 2022

Let’s not ignore anemia in older people

Many people feel tired and listless in the twilight of their lives because of low blood hemoglobin levels but are rarely treated for it