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Tech Talk: Nine research projects for healthy aging funded
Following a competitive, national call for proposals, AGE-WELL, Toronto, Canada, announced funding for nine research projects through its 2024 AgeTech Advance: Healthy Aging Research Program (HARP), aimed at advancing the development and application of technology-enabled solutions that support healthy aging. Research is one of three interconnected pillars through which AGE-WELL is advancing Canada's aging innovation ecosystem.
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Decision aid helps older adults decide when to stop driving
As many readers know, deciding when to stop driving can be challenging for older adults and their families. A recent study shows that using a decision aid tool can be help individuals faced with this difficult decision. In a randomized clinical trial with more than 300 participants, researchers looked at the long-term impact of providing Healthwise®, an online driving decision aid, to older adults to help reduce uncertainty towards their intent to continue or stop driving.
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Eating ultraprocessed foods linked to fatty muscles
A diet high in ultra-processed foods is associated with higher amounts of fat stored inside thigh muscles, regardless of the number of calories consumed or level of physical activity, according to a study presented at the annual meeting of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA). Higher amounts of intramuscular fat in the thigh could also increase the risk for knee osteoarthritis, the authors noted. Active-aging organizations might consider evaluating not only foods offered at mealtimes, but also available snacks.
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More than one-third of adults 50-80 feel lonely, isolated
Loneliness and isolation among older people in the US have mostly returned to pre-pandemic rates, but that means more than one third of people ages 50 to 80 feel lonely, and nearly as many feel isolated, a review of six years of data from the National Poll on Healthy Aging found.
And some older adults -- especially those dealing with major physical health or mental health issues -- have much higher rates of loneliness and social isolation than others. It's something active-aging organizations should be aware of.
Emotional wellness
People living longer, but not healthier - especially in US
People around the world are living longer -- but not necessarily healthier -- lives, according to Mayo Clinic research. A study of 183 World Health Organization (WHO) member countries found those additional years of life are increasingly fraught with disease.
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Stats: 82% of older multifamily properties need to boost Wi-Fi
Fast, secure, reliable connectivity is now an expectation at multifamily residences, and a white paper from the market research firm Parks Associates points to the need, challenges, and potential solutions for upgrading connected infrastructures, especially in older buildings. Properties need connectivity solutions that enable residents to work, attend class, stream video and engage in other high-bandwidth activities, while communities need solid Wi-Fi to help them better manage operations, reduce costs, and reduce risk in the face of escalating insurance costs. This is especially important because robust Wi-Fi can be a differentiator for potential customers.
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