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Tech Talk: New AI model measures how fast the brain ages
A new artificial intelligence (AI) model measures how fast a patient's brain is aging and could be a powerful new tool for understanding, preventing and treating cognitive decline and dementia, according to University of Southern California researchers.
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Mental health matters across the life course: ILC report
Decision-makers around the world are failing to meet society's mental healthcare needs -- a failure with negative economic and social consequences that will be magnified across our longer lives, according to a recent report from the International Longevity Center (ILC). It's something active-aging communities should be aware of, because mental health conditions go beyond dementia, and affect countries and communities globally.
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Telemedicine may curb use of unnecessary health tests
Low-value care -- medical tests and procedures that provide little to no benefit to patients -- contributes to excess medical spending and both direct and cascading harms to patients. A recent study found that telemedicine may help to reduce the use of these tests, and the findings are worth sharing with residents and members.
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Better suicide prevention campaigns needed for older adults
Older adults have the highest rates of suicide in the US, but most well-known national suicide prevention organizations do not have easily accessible prevention resources targeting this population, a recent study suggests. The findings highlight the urgent need for suicide-prevention efforts that address the unique healthcare needs of older adults, according to the authors -- something for active-aging organizations to be aware of.
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Muscle-strengthening exercise best for enhancing sleep quality
Exercise that strengthens muscles, rather than aerobic or combination exercises, is the most effective way to enhance sleep quality, a recent study suggests. The finding provides one more reason for older adults to participate in resistance training, and for communities to encourage it.
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Stats: 84% of US voters support tax credit for family caregivers
Tax relief for unpaid family caregivers who work should be a top tax priority for the US Congress, according to a recent AARP Research survey reported by Jennifer Sauer. On average, unpaid family caregivers spend $7,200 a year out of their own pockets on their caregiving responsibilities while also juggling work responsibilities, according to AARP.
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