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Topic- Physical wellness
Hearing loss tied to mental, physical, social ills in older people
Most people in the industry are aware that hearing loss can hinder communication and affect emotional and social wellness.
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Subjective well-being linked to longer life without disability, illness
Studies have shown that subjective well-being - e.g., enjoying life, not feeling depressed - is associated with a longer life.
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"Traffic light" food labels help employees make healthier choices
Here's a wellness program that can make a difference for employees who buy their meals at work Researchers found that labeling food choices in a hospital cafeteria with simple "traffic-light" symbols indicating their relative health value was associated with a reduction in calories purchased by employees, and that the dietary changes were sustained over two years.
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Tech Talk: Smart speakers can detect cardiac arrest, call 911
Researchers at the University of Washington (UW) have developed a contactless tool to monitor people for cardiac arrest while they're asleep.
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Low vitamin K tied to low mobility and disability in older adults
Most readers are familiar with the benefits of healthy diets rich in (among other nutrients) vitamins A, B, C, D and E.
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Income disparities among younger Boomers harm health, wealth.
Many organizations recognize the need for diverse, innovative housing solutions for the emerging Boomer market.
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