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Flavonoid-rich food could boost longevity, major study reveals

New research has found that consuming foods rich in flavonoids, such as tea and dark chocolate, could lower their risk of developing health conditions and increase longevity.

Engaging in music throughout life boosts brain health

The benefits of musical engagement on brain health in older adults have been unveiled.

Daily multivitamins slow cognitive ageing and prevent memory loss

The COcoa supplement and multivitamin outcomes study (COSMOS) revealed promising results in the fight against cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease.

How dietary restriction protects the brain and delays ageing

Researchers at the Buck Institute have revealed a link between dietary restriction, a gene called OXR1, and the preservation of brain health.

Bridging the gap between evidence and action for a healthy society: The power of collective leadership and collaboration

This is the third article in a series published by Open Access Journal that addresses the gap between evidence and action in health promotion.

How Japan’s aging population is shaping the future of nursing care

How will the aging population impact the provision and sustainability of care? We put the question to Dr Yukari Nakano, Executive Officer at the Japanese Nursing Association.

Nourishing our golden years: Working to support healthy ageing with healthier choices

Although life expectancy is increasing, many older adults spend their later years in poor health; DG SANTES’s Sandra Gallina tells us about the European Commission’s efforts in supporting healthy ageing.

Hip fractures: A looming healthcare crisis

With the number of hip fractures projected to double by 2050, Dr Philippe Halbout, CEO of the International Osteoporosis Foundation, calls for timely action, including post-fracture care to prevent costly and life-threatening secondary fractures.

Hearing loss: Ageing and noise exposure are the two major causes

Dr Tracey Pollard from RNID, the charity which supports the 12 million people in the UK who are deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus, talks us through the causes and impact of hearing loss and how RNID is working to improve research and related treatments in this field.

The future of healthcare: Exploring the benefits of virtual wards

The Health Tech Alliance explains the importance of digital and technological innovations, particularly virtual wards, in supporting NHS healthcare providers.

How research can help Japan move the needle toward healthy ageing

The International Longevity Centre is the UK’s leading authority on the impact of healthy ageing. Here, the ILC’s Emily Evans explains how research can enable Japan’s citizens to live longer in good health and what others can learn from this.

Ensuring adequate dementia care: The beginning of the end of Alzheimer’s?

Colin Capper, Associate Director of Evidence and Involvement at Alzheimer’s Society, argues that we need improved dementia care and further innovations for people living with dementia today while we wait for the breakthroughs of tomorrow

Trauma in youth linked to poor health in old age

A new study by UC San Francisco reveals that traumatic experiences in childhood may lead to long-term health issues in old age.

Rethinking approaches to care for older adults

Older adults are among the most frequent users of emergency care; Open Access Government explains why this is and the suggested measures to improve and diversify care delivery and support the recovery of health and social care systems.

Dementia risk linked to disadvantaged neighbourhoods

Dementia risk linked to neighbourhood disadvantage among Veterans Health Administration enrollees, studied using the Area Deprivation Index.

What is age-related macular degeneration?

Age-related macular degeneration is known to affect millions of people around the globe and is fourth on the list of diseases that commonly lead...

Social isolation linked to weaker male bone quality, mouse study finds

Researchers revealed that social isolation negatively impacts male bone health, as discovered in a recent study.

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