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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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
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Healthcare workforce is shrinking
In assisted living, a sense of belonging lowers risk of depression
Singing enhances life quality for people with dementia
Cooking technique retains cancer-fighting phytochemical
Better diets linked to better health and function
Do anti-aging and successful aging advocates share the same goals?
Vitamin and mineral supplements won’t prevent heart disease
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Stereotype of older people based in their work
Trauma lingers after major floods subside
Uncovering the risks of activity limitations from arthritis
Better health and well-being by eating Mediterranean
Exercise has double benefit for falls management
Lifestyle and personal choice advised for people 75+ with heart disease
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Older adults in Canada log onto the Internet
Difficulty breathing? Try yoga
Empty nests fill up quickly once kids move away
Moderate exercise may prevent episodes of depression
For depression, exercise is as effective as other therapies
Volunteering and productive activities are good for health
Gardening and chores may lower risk of heart disease
