Longevity - Page 54

January 29, 2016

Review suggests breastfeeding could have multibillion dollar benefit for global economy

That breastfeeding can provide a slew of health benefits for babies and their mothers isn’t news, but for the first time, international scientists have put a dollar amount on that benefit.

January 28, 2016

Step training may reduce fall risk for the elderly

Step training focused on improving gait and balance may help prevent falls among the elderly, a recent research review suggests.

January 28, 2016

Want to feel better? Move to Hawaii, Alaska

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) -- If you want to improve your sense of well-being, leave the Lower 48.

January 27, 2016

Can your BMI predict how long you'll live?

Body mass index (BMI) is a common measure of body fat, but new research shows that having a BMI in the "normal weight" range is not always the healthiest for every person.

January 27, 2016

Taking older drivers off the road tied to increased depression risk

When older drivers stop getting behind the wheel, they may be more likely to feel depressed and to develop other health problems than their peers who remain on the road, a research review suggests.

January 27, 2016

Frail patients more likely to die in the year after surgery

Patients who have a diagnosis of "frailty" before surgery are more likely to die in the following year, especially soon after joint replacement, according to a new study.

January 25, 2016

More research needed to prevent elder abuse

Maltreatment and abuse have important effects on the health, quality of life and even the lifespan of elderly people, but there is very little evidence on ways to stop it, according to a new research review.

January 22, 2016

Some older patients get unnecessary cancer screenings

Some older patients may receive screening for breast or prostate cancer even though the tests aren't recommended because they aren't expected to live long enough to benefit from treatment, a U.S. study suggests.

January 21, 2016

Even centenarians are living longer

The oldest of the old are living even longer, a new report shows.

January 21, 2016

Baking-soda ingredient may lower risk of premature death

Older people may be at increased risk of premature death if they have low levels of bicarbonate, a main ingredient in baking soda, in their blood, a new study suggests.