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UrduA new physiological measurement of heart function developed at UVA Health could improve survival for people with heart failure by identifying high-risk patients who require tailored treatments, a new study suggests. The study is the first to show a survival…
Tag: GERONTOLOGY
Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation statement on FDA approval of aducanumab
New York, NY (June 7, 2021) – Today’s FDA approval of the monoclonal antibody Aduhelm (aducanumab) to treat patients with Alzheimer’s disease reflects years of significant advances in Alzheimer’s research. This is the first new Alzheimer’s drug approved in 17…
Fragility fractures cost European health care systems €56.9 billion annually
New International Osteoporosis Foundation report provides unique overview of osteoporosis in Europe, revealing the enormous disease burden and an unacceptable treatment gap; 71% of women at high risk of fracture are not receiving much-needed medication
Football and team handball training may increase health span and, ultimately, lifespan
In the quest for healthy aging and longer lifespan, Danish researchers at the University of Southern Denmark have collaborated with Swedish researchers at Karolinska Institutet to explore the anti-aging effects of football and team handball training
Researcher gets $2.7 million grant to study seasonal and universal vaccination in aged populations
ATLANTA–Dr. Sang-Moo Kang, professor in the Institute for Biomedical Sciences at Georgia State University, has received a five-year, $2.7 million federal grant to study seasonal and universal vaccination in elderly populations with pre-existing immunity to influenza viruses. The grant from…
Alzheimer’s disease raises the risk of severe COVID-19 and death from this viral disease
Patients with dementia and especially Alzheimer’s run a threefold risk of dying as a result of infection by SARS-CoV-2. The risk is six times greater if they are over 80, according to a study by Brazilian researchers
Prior COVID-19 infection reduces infection risk for up to 10 months
The risk of being infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, is substantially reduced for up to 10 months following a first infection, according to new findings from the Vivaldi study led by UCL researchers
High-intensity strength and impact training attenuates skeletal aging
The tibial bone properties of middle-aged and older male sprint athletes were followed over 10 years
After 15 years, deep brain stimulation still effective in people with Parkinson’s
MINNEAPOLIS – Deep brain stimulation continues to be effective in people with Parkinson’s disease 15 years after the device is implanted, according to a study published in the June 2, 2021, online issue of Neurology® , the medical journal of…
Aging: Cdkn1a transcript variant 2 is a marker of aging and cellular senescence
Upon treating mice systemically with doxorubicin, which induces widespread cellular senescence in vivo, variant 2 increased to a larger extent than variant 1
Role of sleep-related brain activity in clearing toxic proteins and preventing Alzheimer’s disease
Global brain activity seen on fMRI, and its connection with cerebrospinal fluid flow weaker in brains of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease risk or related toxin buildup
Adults With Cognitive Impairment Who Use Pain Medication Have Higher Falls Risk
Texas A&M Study study investigates the relationship of pain medication use with falls among community-dwelling adults based on their cognitive status
Aging: Clinical trial on potential reversal of epigenetic age using a diet and lifestyle
Aging published ‘Potential reversal of epigenetic age using a diet and lifestyle intervention: a pilot randomized clinical trial’ which reported on a randomized controlled clinical trial conducted among 43 healthy adult males between the ages of 50-72…
Three years younger in just eight weeks? A new study suggests yes!
A groundbreaking clinical trial shows we can reduce biological age (as measured by the Horvath 2013 DNAmAge clock) by more than three years in only eight weeks with diet and lifestyle through balancing DNA methylation
Changes in how cholesterol breaks down in the body may accelerate progression of dementia
Study suggests that some cholesterol medications may impact signaling pathways in the brain, particularly in men
San Francisco VA Health Care System announces 2021 Grunfeld Scholars
SAN FRANCISCO – The San Francisco VA Health Care System (SFVAHCS) has selected four promising medical researchers for the Grunfeld Scholars Research Development Initiative. This initiative, currently in its second year, invests in early-career clinician-scientists to grow the pipeline of…
Amazon indigenous group’s lifestyle may hold a key to slowing down aging
Tsimane people are unique for their healthy brains that age more slowly
CWRU-led research to determine which diabetic people can donate corneas for transplant
With five-year, $6.4M grant from National Eye Institute of NIH
New study shows how to boost muscle regeneration and rebuild tissue
Salk research reveals clues about molecular changes underlying muscle loss tied to aging
Shiqing Cai to present at the 8th Aging Research & Drug Discovery Meeting 2021
Shiqing Cai to present new research in the biology of aging at the world’s largest aging research for drug discovery conference
Robot enables communication between people isolated due to COVID-19 and their relatives
It is designed to facilitate the work of professionals in nursing homes and hospitals
Older Adults with Functional Impairments Linked to Prescription Drug Use/Misuse
Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine found that functional impairments among adults aged 50 and older are associated with a higher risk of medical cannabis use; and prescription opioid and tranquilizer/sedative use and misuse.
When Medicare chips in on hepatitis C treatment for Medicaid patients, everyone wins
Joint Medicaid-Medicare coverage of treatment would save $1 billion over 25 years
TTUHSC study: Virus, restrictions increase mental health risks for nursing home caregivers
No matter one’s age, race, gender, socioeconomic status or political party, COVID-19 has impacted everyone at some level. That impact has been especially palpable for the approximately 1.3 million elderly Americans who reside in the country’s 15,600 nursing homes. Inside…
Virginia Tech scientists see fluid flow as potential key to fight Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists don’t fully understand what causes Alzheimer’s disease, but they have a primary suspect. Certain forms of a protein called amyloid beta that accumulate in the brains of patients with the debilitating form of dementia, disrupting communication between brain cells…
Scientists map gene changes underlying brain and cognitive decline in aging
Personalised models of cognitive decline offer novel insights into the multiscale alterations in the elderly and diseased brain, with important implications for identifying future treatment targets
Deep Longevity announces partnership with LifeHub & LifeClinic in Hong Kong
Deep Longevity adds LifeHub & LifeClinic to its growing longevity network. LifeClinic physicians have been trained in longevity medicine to interpret Deep Longevity’s biological age reports that incorporate multiple aging clocks.
Deep Longevity announces partnership with LifeHub & LifeClinic in Hong Kong
Deep Longevity adds LifeHub & LifeClinic to its growing longevity network. LifeClinic physicians have been trained in longevity medicine to interpret Deep Longevity’s biological age reports that incorporate multiple aging clocks.
Experts call for better design of early drug trials for Alzheimer’s and related dementias
Scientific paper published in Neurology® provides guidance to clinical trial investigators
Untangling the brain: new research offers hope for Alzheimer’s disease
Since the discovery of Alzheimer’s disease over a century ago, two hallmarks of the devastating illness have taken center stage.
How accurate are virtual assessments of cognitive function?
Virtual care provided through telephone or videoconference has been broadly implemented in recent months because of the COVID-19 pandemic. A new analysis of published studies has examined the accuracy and reliability of virtual compared with in-person cognitive assessments for diagnosing…
People with familial longevity show better cognitive aging
Exhibit better cognitive performance at baseline and show slower decline in processing speed
Pandemic worsened older adults’ mental health & sleep; others show long-term resilience
Nearly 1 in 3 express reservations about seeking help if they need it, suggesting need for more screening and reducing stigma on seeking care
Chronic attack on the aging nervous system
Aging is the biggest risk factor for perturbation of the nervous system, even in the absence of distinct disease or trauma. For yet unknown reasons, the impulse conducting, myelinated projections and synaptic connections between nerve cells are especially vulnerable to…
Personalised medications possible with 3D printing
Customised medicines could one day be manufactured to patients’ individual needs, with University of East Anglia (UEA) researchers investigating technology to 3D ‘print’ pills. The team, including Dr Andy Gleadall and Prof Richard Bibb at Loughborough University, identified a new…
Low doses of radiation may improve quality of life for those with severe Alzheimer’s
Individuals living with severe Alzheimer’s disease showed remarkable improvements in behaviour and cognition within days of receiving an innovative new treatment that delivered low doses of radiation, a recent Baycrest-Sunnybrook pilot study found. “The primary goal of a therapy for…
How to manage osteoporosis in hematologic stem cell transplant recipients
IOF Cancer & Bone Disease Working Group summary and algorithm outlines main recommendations to maintain bone health in HSCT patients: includes guidance for bone assessment, management and treatment as well as dietary and lifestyle recommendations.
Pulse oximeters more useful in COVID screening for older adults
People have become accustomed to having their temperature checked during the pandemic because fever is a key indicator of COVID-19. A new commentary by Washington State University College of Nursing Associate Professor Catherine Van Son and Clinical Assistant Professor Deborah…
AGS recognizes expert and emerging geriatrics leaders at 2021 Virtual Annual Scientific Meeting
New York (April 30, 2021)–The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) annually recognizes researchers, clinicians, educators, and emerging health professionals who have made outstanding contributions to high-quality, person-centered care for older people. This year’s awardees include 15 healthcare leaders representing the breadth…
UCSF’s Dr. Lindsay Hampson to be honored at #AGS21 for Research on Geriatrics and Urology
New York, NY (April 28, 2021)–Advancing care for older people across health specialties, the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) and the AGS Health in Aging Foundation today announced that Lindsay A. Hampson, MD, MAS, of the University of California San Francisco…
Rapamycin may exacerbate age-related arthritis despite life-extending benefits
Rapamycin impairs mitochondrial function in guinea pig model
Uncovering the effects of prior knowledge on learning and memory in bird experts
The Canadian Institute of Health Research (CIHR) has awarded a team of scientists at Baycrest’s Rotman Research Institute (RRI) a prestigious grant to determine why having prior knowledge on a topic affects how we learn new, related information as we…
AGS honors Dr. Megan Huisingh-Scheetz with Arti Hurria Memorial Award
New York (April 26, 2021)–The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) and the AGS Health in Aging Foundation today conferred one of their newest honors on Megan Huisingh-Scheetz, MD, MPH, a geriatrician and epidemiologist with a unique commitment to leveraging new technology…
Better country dementia care
Harmony in the Bush improves nursing home living
Does listening to calming music at bedtime actually help you sleep?
Journal of the American Geriatrics Society research summary
Researchers revise indicator of mobility limitation in older adults
The new cutoff values for a metric widely used by geriatricians, physical therapists and nutritionists are more accurate, facilitate early diagnosis and contribute to preventive treatment
Rutgers to Host Careers in Gerontology Twitter Chat
Rutgers to discuss careers in aging, opportunities and challenges that exist for this part of our population, and ways to lead change
AGS names Dr. Faith Atai Clinician of the Year
The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) today named Faith Atai, MD, a skilled clinician and medical administrator with a dedication to teaching geriatrics trainees of all levels, its 2021 Clinician of the Year. An Associate Professor in the Division of Geriatric…
AGS honors Dr. Helen Fernandez for outstanding contributions to geriatrics education
The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) today announced that Helen Fernandez, MD, MPH, a national geriatrics education leader focused on improving the care of older people, will be honored with the 2021 Dennis W. Jahnigen Award in recognition of her commitment…
#AGS21 Henderson Awardee Dr. Ellen Flaherty sets sight on collaborative care for us all as we age
The American Geriatrics Society (AGS) celebrates Ellen Flaherty, PhD, APRN, AGSF, an Assistant Professor at the Dartmouth Geisel School of Medicine and director of the Dartmouth Centers for Health & Aging who is the recipient of the 2020/2021 Edward Henderson…