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Tech Talk: Waist-worn sensor assesses physical activity, gait
A single sensor worn around the waist could capture measures of both physical activity and gait, according to a recent study. The waist-worn sensor is thought to be easier to use for older adults with limited mobility.
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Gout ups risk of dementia, Parkinson's disease
Gout is associated with less brain reserve and vulnerability to neurodegenerative diseases, according to a recent study. Therefore, active-aging organizations may want to help ensure that constituents with gout are being properly treated, since gout treatment might also reduce the risk of developing neurodegenerative diseases in the future.
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Nature's soundscapes are top well-being boosters
The impact of nature's soundscapes on individual well-being during immersive forest bathing (FB) and forest therapy (FT) sessions recently was revealed in a study conducted across 35 countries involving 1142 participants. The natural elements perceived as contributing most to well-being were sound-related. This is something to bear in mind when planning nature walks and community environments.
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OTC hearing aids cost-effective, expand access
Over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids, recently available in the United States, were associated with a greater uptake of hearing aid use and were cost-effective over a range of prices. However, the benefits depend on how beneficial the OTC aid is to a patient's quality of life -- i.e., more than 55% compared to a traditional hearing aid.
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Afternoon exercise curbs blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
People type 2 diabetes and overweight or obesity who were physically active in the afternoon had greater reductions in blood sugar than those who were most active at other times of day, researchers from Mass General Brigham Healthcare System and Joslin Diabetes Center, both in Boston, have found. It's something to bear in mind when planning programs for your constituents.
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Stats: 10% of 50+ population are solo agers
About 10% of the 50-plus population are solo agers – that is, older adults without a partner or children -- according to AARP's Solo Agers Survey. For the most part, these solo agers are enjoying their lives, according to the survey. They enjoy the independence that living alone affords them, and about half (49%) are somewhat or extremely optimistic about their quality of life compared to 59% of adults 50-plus overall. They could be a growing customer base for independent living, as these findings show:
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