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Prediction: 2015 a good year for seniors housing
Multiple factors indicate that both demand for, and investment in, housing for independent living, assisted living and continuing care will grow in 2015, according to a new report. Demographic trends and an improving economy are factors, along with the willingness for older adults to sell their homes now that real estate values are higher.
moreEconomics of aging
Australia projects an older population, and a healthier life
Every five years the government of Australia releases a report on the status of the population and the economy. Forty years from now, in 2054-55, the projected life expectancy at birth for men is 95.1 years (in 2015 it’s 91.5 years) and for women 96.6 years (today at 93.6 years). There will be an estimated 40,000 centenarians ages 100 years and older, and almost two million people 85 years and older.
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Even a little activity lowers risk of heart attack
The Lifestyles Interventions and Independence for Elders Study (LIFE) explored the lifestyle interventions that could help older adults maintain their ability to walk. Data from the study was used to predict the participants’ 10-year risk of heart attack or coronary death.
moreCardiovascular health
Background music may interfere with memory
Listening to, or making, music is a pleasant occupation enjoyed by many people. That music, however, may not be the best for focus and memory.
moreCognitive health
Life review and expressive writing relieve depression
To examine the effects of online self-help interventions for people ages 40 years and older experiencing depressive symptoms, three groups of 58 individuals each engaged in life review (structured evaluation of the past),
moreEmotional wellness
Jogging at a moderate pace may benefit longevity
As part of the Copenhagen City Heart Study, 1,098 healthy joggers and 413 healthy but sedentary non-joggers were followed for 12 years. In general, the joggers were younger, had lower blood pressure and body mass index, and had a lower prevalence of smoking and diabetes. Participants reported on the frequency and amount of time they spent jogging and on their pace.
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