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Short bouts of intense strength training boosts bone mass in older women
Just 30 minutes twice a week of high-intensity resistance and impact training (HiRIT) improves functional performance and bone density, structure, and strength in postmenopausal women with low bone mass - and with no adverse side effects, according to a study published in the Journal of Bone and Mineral Research.
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Smiley face emoji creates negative impression in work-related emails
A smiley face emoji and similar emoticons included in work-related e-mails may not create a positive impression and could even undermine information sharing, according to a study published in the journal Social Psychological and Personality Science.
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Stats: 43% of the US GDP contributed by adults 50+
People over age 50 make up only 35% of the population, but contribute 43% of the total US gross national product (GDP), according to AARP Research.
moreEconomics of aging
Insights: Employee advocacy and the bottom line
"Insights" calls your attention to important articles or trends to help your organization's success.
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Dementia caregivers face challenges, benefits
The strain of providing care for someone with Alzheimer's disease or another dementia comes through in the latest results from the National Poll on Healthy Aging, with 78% saying caregiving was stressful.
moreTrends
Older adults want to participate in medical decisions
Most older adults in the US prefer to actively participate in making decisions regarding their health care, according to a study published in the Annals of Family Medicine.
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