RESEARCH REVIEW
ICAA's Research Review newsletter is a must for any health and wellness professional who intends to stay connected with the latest developments in aging research and population trends. Use these news stories to stay on top of the evidence in surveys, studies and polls that enables you to connect to the global active-aging community, establish relevant programs, and educate and market to older adults.
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Rates of diabetes rising, but deaths declining
Lifetime cost of diabetes is high
Lifestyle intervention lowers medical costs of people with diabetes
Higher intensity exercise helps women with irregular heartbeats
Activity directors and RNs key to quality of life in nursing homes
Recognizing volunteers may increase their well-being
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A little laughter increases happiness
Animal-assisted therapy decreased need for pain medication
Jobs in middle age are good, if not great
Fitness and stress management motivate exercise
Instructors a critical factor in attracting older adults to exercise
Cognitive skills may be best in the morning
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Financial goals and education improve money management
Physical activity leads to longer life in older adults with diabetes
Sedentary older adults improve function by walking
Walking trips are short in the UK
Singing benefits people with dementia and their caregivers
Lifestyle choices key to risk of Alzheimer's dementia
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Sidewalks and errands increase the risk of falling
Fewer strokes among people 65 years and older
Physical activity higher among dog owners
Gardens improve life for people with dementia
Interest in health ratchets up a notch among older adults
Prevalence of Alzheimer’s and dementia linked to healthy hearts
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Maybe timing will increase physical activity at older ages
Older adults with smartphones use their apps
Women might be able to cool hot flashes with weight loss
Saving for retirement? You may take action to improve your health
Confidence in physical appearance rises at older ages
Balance and depression are fall risks among people with cognitive decline
Older adults reluctant to use public transportation
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Musculoskeletal conditions most expensive health care cost
More physical activity means more functional ability
Boomers get ready to travel for overnight vacations
For people with Parkinson’s disease, walking relieves symptoms
Workplace wellness is great, but don’t make me do it
Top-down encouragement leads employees to workplace wellness
