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Up to one-quarter of deaths from heart disease may be avoidable
Data on deaths from heart disease, stroke or hypertension was selected from the US National Vital Statistics System for the years 2001-2010. “Avoidable deaths” meant those that could be attributed to lack of preventive care addressing risk factors or timely and effective medical care.
moreCardiovascular health
Physical activity does not increase risk of knee arthritis
Moderate physical activity raises the heart rate and requires physical effort, but not exhaustion. Examples are brisk walking or “heavy” housework, dancing and playing sports The physical activity guidelines of most countries recommend a minimum of 150 minutes/week of moderate physical activity for older adults who are generally healthy.
moreArthritis
How retirees use their time is more important than how much time they have
Surveys conducted by AARP and the National Council of Aging, among others, found that many older adults looked forward to more time for leisure activities, along with time with family and friends, after retirement from full-time work.
moreAttitudes & perceptions
Longterm falls prevention program is effective
The British Geriatrics Society has published the abstracts from its Spring meeting. One topic area, titled “Falls, fracture and trauma” features seven abstracts, including a presentation on a falls prevention program.
moreFalls management
Volunteering may enhance life satisfaction
A systematic review of 40 studies on the effects of volunteering was conducted. People who volunteered reported lower levels of depression, increased life satisfaction and enhanced well-being. There was no effect on physical health. The authors noted that better-designed research was needed since it remains unclear whether volunteering causes these benefits.
moreVocational wellness
Trillion dollar cost of illness in developing countries
The cost of noncommunicable diseases in China and India was estimated using an economic model.
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