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WHO releases fact sheet on physical activity
The World Health Organization released an updated fact sheet on physical activity. Setting the stage, the document explains that physical activity means movement that requires energy expenditure as opposed to planned, structured exercise, which is a subset of physical activity.
morePhysical wellness
Trends in construction indicate billions to be spent for senior housing
The need for seniors housing, and the trend toward housing innovations, were projected to account for US $127 billion in construction by 2023 in the G20 nations, according to a market research firm. (The G20 represent the world’s largest economies.)
moreEconomics of aging
Everyday activities may bring happiness to older adults
To discover how life events affected feelings of happiness at different ages, researchers conducted eight studies. Participants were asked to recall, plan or imagine happy experiences that occurred during common and frequent ordinary events, such as spending time with others or completing a home project, versus infrequent extraordinary events, such as travel or a life milestone.
moreAttitudes & perceptions
Too little sleep may lead to widespread pain in older adults
Background in a new study states that musculoskeletal pain is more prevalent as people age, with up to 80% of people 65 years of age and older experiencing daily pain. Widespread pain that affects multiple areas of the body affects 15% of women and 10% of men over age 50.
moreHealth conditions
In middle age, costs of physical inactivity start climbing
The risks of ill health associated with sedentary time and physical inactivity have been documented by many research studies and reported in ICAA Research Review. A research team wanted to discover the cost of sedentary time, so they turned to the data in the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health, which is following over 40,000 women across the adult life span who report on their health behaviors, time use, physical and emotional health, and use of healthcare services.
moreEconomics of aging
Australia doubles recommendations for physical activity
Along with many countries of the world (including the United States and Canada), the guidelines for physical activity in Australia recommended 150 minutes/week of moderate-intensity physical activity for adults. A new update of those guidelines increases that amount to 150-300 minutes of physical activity per week. And, reducing sedentary time is included.
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