In the Fight Against Dementia, Vaccines Hold Tantalizing Promise For decades, various vaccines have helped prevent or reduce the spread of infectious diseases, resulting in the saving of many lives. New research now suggests that vaccines can do even more like preventing dementia. A study, published in the journal Nature in April 2025, found that the … Continue reading “In the Fight Against Dementia, Vaccines Hold Tantalizing Promise”
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Habits of a Longevity Doctor Who Reversed Her Age by 30 Years
Habits of a Longevity Doctor Who Reversed Her Age by 30 Years As a general practitioner in London, England, Dr. Alka Patel worked long hours caring for her patients, then went home to care for her husband and three children, and slept no more than four hours a night. On her 39th birthday in 2011, … Continue reading “Habits of a Longevity Doctor Who Reversed Her Age by 30 Years”
Alzheimer’s Blood Test Could ‘Revolutionize’ Diagnosis And Other Info
Alzheimer’s Blood Test Could ‘Revolutionize’ Diagnosis And Other Info Researchers in the United Kingdom want to revolutionize the way Alzheimer’s disease is diagnosed by using a blood test that detects the harmful proteins associated with the condition. Professors at the University College London (UCL) launched a clinical trial to investigate whether a blood test that … Continue reading “Alzheimer’s Blood Test Could ‘Revolutionize’ Diagnosis And Other Info”
Chronic Pain Condition Almost Only Affects Women, but Rarely Gets Treated
Chronic Pain Condition Almost Only Affects Women, but Rarely Gets Treated More women than men are affected by a rare condition linked with chronic pain. However, when women talk to their doctors about their pain, they feel their concerns are not taken seriously. Amber Meade, a 41-year-old nurse in Jacksonville, Florida, said the responses she received … Continue reading “Chronic Pain Condition Almost Only Affects Women, but Rarely Gets Treated”
A Guide to Aging in Place
A Guide to Aging in Place The famous phrase, “There’s no place like home,” may be a line in a song and a movie, but it’s also the sentiment of older adults who want to age in place. Aging in place refers to older adults remaining in their homes for as long as possible, rather … Continue reading “A Guide to Aging in Place”
Japan’s Pharma Leader Is Seeking Approval for a New Parkinson’s Treatment
Japan’s Pharma Leader Is Seeking Approval for a New Parkinson’s Treatment Sumitomo Pharma announced that it is seeking approval for a potentially groundbreaking Parkinson’s disease treatment that transplants lab-grown stem cells into the brains of individuals with Parkinson’s disease. The Japan-based pharmaceutical company reported promising results in clinical trials of a stem cell therapy called … Continue reading “Japan’s Pharma Leader Is Seeking Approval for a New Parkinson’s Treatment”
I’m 78 and My Brain Is Sharp as a Whip—My No. 1 Rule for a Strong, Healthy Brain Is So Simple
I’m 78 and My Brain Is Sharp as a Whip—My No. 1 Rule for a Strong, Healthy Brain Is So Simple Older adults have many concerns, but one of the most important is staying mentally active and engaged as they age. For seniors seeking to maintain good brain health, Anthony Fredericks is more than willing … Continue reading “I’m 78 and My Brain Is Sharp as a Whip—My No. 1 Rule for a Strong, Healthy Brain Is So Simple”
People Prefer Home-Based Post-Acute Care Over Facilities
People Prefer Home-Based Post-Acute Care Over Facilities A survey study found that patients and caregivers who need medical care after leaving a hospital strongly favor receiving care at home rather than in a facility. Not only did survey participants prefer being home, but they were also willing to pay extra money per day for home-based … Continue reading “People Prefer Home-Based Post-Acute Care Over Facilities”
Japanese Interval Walking: What Is It and Can It Help With Exercise
Japanese Interval Walking: What Is It and Can It Help With Exercise Amy Glover said she tried nearly everything to reach her goal of 10,000 steps a day. However, no matter what she did, whether it was treadmill interval sessions, taking a walk at lunchtime, or VO2 max training, which measures the amount of oxygen … Continue reading “Japanese Interval Walking: What Is It and Can It Help With Exercise”
Liver Cancer Cases Projected to Double, but Over Half Could Be Preventable
Liver Cancer Cases Projected to Double, but Over Half Could Be Preventable A new report has found that three in five liver cancer cases worldwide could be prevented by reducing alcohol consumption, levels of viral hepatitis, and MASLD, a long-term liver condition caused by excess fat in the liver. The Lancet Commission on liver cancer … Continue reading “Liver Cancer Cases Projected to Double, but Over Half Could Be Preventable”