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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Number of centenarians keeps increasing
In US, spending for health care slows
Wireless monitoring technology accepted, but hard to measure return
Try color coding to encourage healthy eating
Density and walkability combine to lower diabetes risk
For women, obesity leads to disability
Women can fend off early mortality by sitting less
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Life expectancy increases in the US
Occupancy in senior housing climbs slow but steady
Older adults and professionals differ on home care needs
Cognitive training may offer long-term benefits
Tai Chi may help cognition, too
Fastest-growing occupations are in home health and therapies
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Over 7 Billion people worldwide on January 1
Billion dollar jump predicted for products and housing for older adults
Older adults keep moving from owning to renting
Eat Mediterranean to lower risk of diabetes
Healthy eating costs more, but not that much more
Dementia and depression found among users of adult day and home health services
Activities that support well-being among people with dementia
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Too much holiday feasting? Daily exercise helps restore the balance
Maybe we aren’t sleepier as we age
Spending time volunteering more likely than traveling south in winter
Physical activity benefits health at all ages
Half of 65+ adults in pain, limiting their functional abilities
How does it feel to be in chronic pain?
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Older adults likely to give back to others during the holidays
Family, eating and giving are top holiday choices in Canada
Arts and crafts add value to lives of older women
In Canada, steady increase in older population
Global rates of dementia are climbing, but prevention could stall the rise
Prevention may slow rate of dementia cases
Water exercise improves functional ability on land
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Chronic illness associated with activity limitations
Daily chores and walking are most preferred aerobic activities
Walkability is good for business
People with dementia improve function by exercising
Higher prevalence of dementia in assisted living, but fewer specialized residences
