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Osteoporosis is a prevalent musculoskeletal disorder among older adult women, characterized by reduced bone mass and deterioration of bone microarchitecture, leading to decreased quality of life and ...

Background: With advancing age, older adults experience an accelerated decline in physical function. The progressive decline not only compromises overall well-being but also precipitates numerous ...

SYRACUSE, N.Y. — Just four weeks of handgrip exercises helped older adults send nerve signals faster, according to new research. The study shows that simple, at-home training may help offset one of ...

Amid the Trump administration’s unending attack on the rights of immigrants, LGBTQ people, and other marginalized communities, one vulnerable group has flown under the radar: older adults. As ...

In San Diego County, there were more than 33,000 emergency room discharges due to falls among people 60 years and older reported in 2023. Serious injuries, hospitalizations and even death can result. ...

University of Virginia provides funding as a member of The Conversation US. Autumn brings a chill in the air – and the start of another season of respiratory illnesses, which can be especially hard ...

Autumn brings a chill in the air—and the start of another season of respiratory illnesses, which can be especially hard for older adults. Although vaccine recommendations have been in flux, the ...

A clinical trial shows that practicing Tai Chi online can sharpen thinking skills and improve sleep in older adults with diabetes, offering a safe and accessible alternative to conventional exercise.

But it can be hard for many older adults to stay employed past the age of 62, the year they typically become eligible for early Social Security retirement benefits, even when their health is good. In ...

Exercise is widely regarded as an essential component of health for older adults — particularly strength training. Health agencies recommend that adults get at least 150 minutes per week of ...