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: Projected worldwide population of people 65 and older
Eat vegetables, lower risk of cataract
Slow walking for people with Parkinson’s disease
Older adults watch TV the most
Social connections aid stroke recovery
Tai Chi increases balance confidence
Healthy lifestyles lower risks for cancer and heart disease
How well do communities adopt physical activity?
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The number: Number of 55+ households in the US in 2007
Shop frequently to live longer
Tai Chi counteracts depression
Do younger or older mentors inspire physical activity?
Well-being influenced by volunteering and donations
Health remains top challenge for older adults
Lifetime exercise preserves heart muscle mass
After heart attack, exercise sooner and longer
Web-based workplace wellness program benefits older workers
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The number: adults in US metropolitan areas who are obese Women can expect more years without activity limitations
Yoga regulates heart beats
Older employees most engaged workers
Improve physical function through diet and exercise
Estimating future retirement costs isn’t easy
Volunteers with and without dementia receive benefits
Age is no barrier to building strength
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The number: Economic burden of fragility fractures in Europe
High blood pressure slows walking
Lower blood pressure with music or laughter
Worldwide, one in five adults is physically inactive
Resources available for Older Americans Month 2011
Why memory training helps people with cognitive impairment
Hip fractures hardest on quality of life, and on costs
Falling can trigger changes in the home
People are responsible for their health, but...
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The number: $202 billion value of unpaid work of caregivers
New homes are downsizing
More physical activity, lower blood pressure
Older adults choose ads for physical activity information
Evidence is lacking on benefits of water exercise after stroke
Social connections lower risk of disability
Older adults find better living through gardening
And, older gardeners eat more vegetables
Walkers, put down the cell phones
Physical activity’s effect on health varies among ethnic groups
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The number: Prevalence of hypertension
People don’t buy if they feel stereotyped
Negative emotions reduce appetite
In UK, older people get social
Staying active for a longer life
At oldest ages, lifestyle choices remain important
Baby boomers sleep best of all
Guided imagery makes the difference
