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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The number: falls risk from osteoarthritis
Social activity lowers risk of cognitive decline
What are the barriers to physical activity?
Home-based technology little used by oldest adults
Want to improve functional performance? Eat some veggies
More physical activity, less TV, lowers risk of depression
Hit by the recession, older adult finances still better than younger age groups
Older adults learn the Internet to learn about health
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The number: global life expectancy
Loneliness may disrupt sleep
Music is a panacea for depression
Read those food labels? Maybe
More stress leads to higher risk of death
Does understanding risks of diabetes lead to lifestyle changes?
Older adults like to connect with their families
Physical activity improves quality of life for people with arthritis Independently, obesity and depression raise health care costs
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The number: global population
$13 billion cost of care for chronic pain
Personalized program improves walking mobility
Oldest adults may not prefer games-based therapies
Healthy life expectancy in the United Kingdom
Older adults’ perception of aging may lead to disability
Yoga and stretching exercises counteract back pain
Long-term care costs grow, dementia care is common
How many calories can you burn using a manual wheelchair?
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The number: outdoor exercise classes
For older adults, 10 cities have great services
Osteoarthritis sites differ between African-Americans and Caucasians
How dental school students improve attitudes toward older adults
Low blood pressure may lower cognitive abilities
Real estate pros predict growth in independent and assisted living
Therapeutic computer games increase mobility
Progress in prevention marks Healthy People 2010 report
Increasing longevity, and increasing concerns
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The number: 65+ population in Canada
Leg strength and walking speed impaired by being overweight
Need for ADL assistance jumps at age 85
Exercise relieves migraine headache
For longevity, every 15 minutes of exercise counts
People on both sides of “retirement” want to stay healthy
Health is where your friends are
Education improves management of diabetes
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The number: hypertension treatment cost
Prehypertension linked to risk of stroke
Too much sodium? So what?
Hip fracture’s short- and long-term relation to longevity
Medicare confuses the people it’s meant to help
Older adults text more than they talk
People with dementia are decision makers
Family support encourages physical activity
We want variety—in just the right amount
Higher HDL cholesterol does lower risk of heart disease
Raise HDL levels with three hours of exercise
