13 stories tagged #Older Adults

  1. Metastatic NSCLC Treatment Lags in Older Patients Despite Advances
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    Metastatic NSCLC Treatment Lags in Older Patients Despite Advances

    Half of older adults with metastatic NSCLC never receive systemic therapy, despite 15 years of progress.

    last wk. 1 min read
  2. Digital Health Technophobia Not Uniform Among Older Cancer Patients
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    Digital Health Technophobia Not Uniform Among Older Cancer Patients

    Study reveals three distinct digital health technophobia profiles among older cancer patients, challenging one-size-fits-all approaches to tech access.

    2w ago 1 min read
  3. 5 Simple Steps to Prevent Falls at Home
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    5 Simple Steps to Prevent Falls at Home

    Expert-backed strategies to reduce fall risks indoors, from removing clutter to improving lighting and installing support.

    last mo. 1 min read
  4. Excessive Daytime Napping in Seniors Linked to Higher Mortality Risk, Study Warns
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    Excessive Daytime Napping in Seniors Linked to Higher Mortality Risk, Study Warns

    New research suggests that frequent and prolonged daytime naps in older adults may signal underlying health issues and are associated with increased mortality rates. Experts highlight the potential for nap patterns as an early health detection metric.

    last mo. 2 min read
  5. Loneliness Linked to Memory Decline in Older Adults, Study Reveals
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    Loneliness Linked to Memory Decline in Older Adults, Study Reveals

    New research indicates age and chronic illness significantly impact memory. Physical activity offers a cognitive buffer, while loneliness's role is further explored.

    last mo. 1 min read
  6. Loneliness Linked to Poorer Initial Memory, Not Faster Decline in Seniors
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    Loneliness Linked to Poorer Initial Memory, Not Faster Decline in Seniors

    New research suggests loneliness impacts the starting point of memory in older adults, but doesn't accelerate the rate of cognitive decline over time.

    last mo. 2 min read
  7. The Wisdom of Fewer Friends: Embracing Quality Over Quantity in Social Circles
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    The Wisdom of Fewer Friends: Embracing Quality Over Quantity in Social Circles

    Psychology suggests that reaching your 60s with a small social circle isn't a sign of loneliness, but a triumph of selective, quality connections.

    last mo. 2 min read
  8. New Study Reveals Safer Diabetes Drugs for Seniors
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    New Study Reveals Safer Diabetes Drugs for Seniors

    Real-world data identifies safer antihyperglycemic agents for older adults with type 2 diabetes, reducing risks of hypoglycemia and other serious complications.

    last mo. 1 min read