Aging Articles

Child Abuse May Cause Premature Aging

Monday, November 23rd, 2009
A new study suggests children who suffered emotional or physical abuse may age prematurely as adults. Researchers from Butler Hospital ...

Cell Talk Makes Walk Dangerous

Thursday, November 19th, 2009
We all know the joke about the individual who could not walk and chew gum at the same ...

Brain Imaging Illuminates Alzheimer Risk

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
A new study from the University of Kansas School of Medicine demonstrates that brain imaging can determine the genetic risk for Alzheimer’s in healthy subjects. Investigators used automated neuroimaging analysis techniques to characterize the ...

Telephonic Depression Care After Heart Surgery

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009
Depression is a common diagnosis associated with heart disease and a dangerous sequel after cardiac surgery. A new study finds that telemedicine consultations can reduce depression and improve quality of life after a coronary artery ...

Brain Imaging Aids Alzheimer’s Options

Thursday, November 12th, 2009
Sometimes living longer is not always associated with a better quality of life. Experts estimate 35 million people will be diagnosed with ...

Men More Likely To Abandon Partner During Illness

Wednesday, November 11th, 2009
A new study examines the role gender plays in partner abandonment after the diagnosis of a serious illness. According ...

Depression Linked to Osteoporosis

Tuesday, November 10th, 2009
A new, comprehensive research study has found a strong connection between depression and a loss of bone mass, leading to ...

Information Reduces Elderly Depression

Monday, November 9th, 2009
New research suggests elders over age 85 benefit when relatives keep them updated about important family matters. Scientists from the University of ...

How to Web Enable Seniors

Friday, November 6th, 2009
The information age has arrived. Cell phones and word processors rule. However, for an important population segment, the ability to use new technology is ...

Retirement Improves Sleep

Monday, November 2nd, 2009
A new study shows that sleep difficulties diminish significantly after retirement. Researchers believe this general improvement in sleep is associated with the removal of work-related demands and stress rather than from actual health benefits of retirement. Results ...