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Topic- Physical wellness
High-intensity step rehab enhances stroke survivors' walking ability
High-intensity step training that mimics real-world conditions may improve walking ability in people who have had a stroke better than traditional, low-impact training, according to a recent study.
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On-demand ride services boost access to care, curb social isolation
Better access to on-demand transportation could help older adults miss fewer medical appointments as well as reduce their social isolation, a recent study suggests.
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NSAIDs may increase heart risks in people with osteoarthritis
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs, are arguably the most commonly used drugs to quell the pain of osteoarthritis (OA).
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Resistance training empowers healthy aging: position paper
A freely available position paper issued by a global expert panel and supported by the National Strength and Conditioning Association highlights the importance of resistance training for older adults to empower healthy aging.
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Stats: 46% of adults 70+ wrongly take daily aspirin
Nearly half (46%) of US adults ages 70 and older who don't have heart disease nonetheless take aspirin daily, often without a doctor's recommendation, and despite the fact that current guidelines are against this practice.
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Tech Talk: Short-term walking can have long-term benefits
We know that walking is great for health. But how long do the results of a walking program last?
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