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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Decline in cognitive skills related to falls
100-year jump in 65+ population in England and Wales
Rest a bit to improve memory
Informal caregivers have mixed feelings about the role
Reminiscence therapy improves mental health
Untouched by Olympic fever, physical inactivity sits strong
Sleep disturbances tied to cognitive decline
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Jury is out on cooling effect of fans
Low levels of physical activity continue in US adults
Comfortable pace helps older adults step into gyms
Loneliness may lead to functional decline
Home care is most cost effective
Home care is less expensive, but is it better?
Alternative schedules appeal to older workers
Simple exercises relieve dizziness
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Women reject stereotypes of aging
Physical activity reduces risk (and cost) of frailty
Visual impairment trending downward
Background: Recommended levels of vitamin D in older adults
Vitamin D may stall metabolic syndrome
Fracture risk also reduced by vitamin D
Hot flashes might cool following exercise
Body dissatisfaction common in older women
Even light physical activity reduces breast cancer risk
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Almost-there memory loss is common
Laughter and exercise good for the bones
Global survey highlights changing nature of retirement
More physical activity leads to less psychological stress
Physical activity may not aid depression
Age perceptions may increase risk of dementia diagnosis
Traffic lights timed too fast for older pedestrians
Positive relationships garner happiness in middle age
US health care spending projected to grow
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Aging adults with intellectual disability need more exercise
At older ages, people more secure about finances
Exercise improves function for people with dementia
People 65+ hit their keyboards and keypads
Upgrade public parks to inspire active living
Pedometers bolster results of a Green Prescription
Lots of sedentary time; high risk of death
Age-restricted multifamily housing units increasing
Poor sleep may lead to poor function
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Ageist attitudes increase with age
Prevalence of stroke remains stable in US
Poor health primary barrier to cardiac rehabilitation
Tai chi and mild exercise both improve falls risk
Making music reduces anxiety among people with dementia
Physical activity slows ADL decline in people with dementia
Make one lifestyle change, gain one more
Desire for health attracts older adults to clubs
