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Gerontology is the study of the social, psychological and biological aspects of aging.

Regular resistance training improves exercise motivation

A recent study conducted in the University of Jyväskylä suggests that resistance training improves exercise motivation and contributes to making exercise planning among older adults. Exercise motivation and exercise self-efficacy are key factors in continuing resistance training.

15 Aug 2018

Learning to live well with dementia

Imagine your doctor telling you have Alzheimer's disease or some other type of dementia. Then, imagine being told, "I'm sorry, there's nothing we can do. You might want to start getting your affairs in order."

9 Aug 2018

Silencing of GULP1 gene expression plays important role in ovarian carcinogenesis

Johns Hopkins researchers in collaboration with Insilico Medicine, a biotechnology company based in Rockville Maryland, identify that silencing of the GULP1 gene expression by methylation plays an important role in ovarian carcinogenesis.

7 Aug 2018

Offspring fed with low-protein diet during pregnancy more likely to develop prostate cancer

The offspring of females fed a low-protein diet during pregnancy and lactation are significantly more likely to develop prostate cancer as they age.

7 Aug 2018

Measure of belly fat associated with reduced cognitive function in older adults

A new study using data from over 5,000 individuals has found that a measure of belly fat (waist:hip ratio) was associated with reduced cognitive function in older Irish adults (>60 years of age).

1 Aug 2018

Study: Brief period of inactivity can trigger diabetic symptoms in vulnerable patients

Just two weeks without much activity can have a dramatic impact on health from which it is difficult to recover, according to researchers who studied overweight older adults at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.

31 Jul 2018

Study: Reducing systolic blood pressure lowers MCI, dementia risk

Lowering one's blood pressure is beneficial not only for the heart, but also for the mind. For the first time, researchers have proved that lowering systolic blood pressure to 120 mm Hg or less reduces the risk of mild cognitive impairment, which in turn, reduces one's risk of developing Alzheimer's disease or dementia.

27 Jul 2018

Aggressive lowering of blood pressure reduces MCI risk, study shows

Significant reductions in the risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and the combination of MCI and dementia, have been shown for the first time through aggressive lowering of systolic blood pressure in new research results from the federally-funded SPRINT MIND Study reported at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference 2018 in Chicago.

25 Jul 2018

Muscle fitness is strongly associated with improved rate of aging in the brain

Researchers at King's College London have found that muscle fitness as measured by power in the legs is strongly associated with an improved rate of ageing in the brain.

20 Jul 2018

Post-hospital discharge home visit helps physicians to provide comprehensive care plans

When resident physicians visit the homes of their former hospital patients they are better able to assess patient needs and understand the important role that community services and agencies play in keeping them at home and out of the hospital, according to a new study by Boston University School of Medicine.

19 Jul 2018

Study provides insights into healthy aging of Asian-Americans

Older Asian-American immigrants are healthier and happier if they are socially active, connected to their families and communities and are able to maintain their cultural values while adapting to western culture, according to a new Rutgers study.

19 Jul 2018

GSA's new publication provides support for safe use of OTC analgesics by older adults

The latest issue in the From Policy to Practice report series from The Gerontological Society of America addresses recent labeling changes for OTC analgesics and highlights important considerations when recommending the use of these products in older adults.

17 Jul 2018

Gerontology News and Research

Regular resistance training improves exercise motivation

Learning to live well with dementia

Silencing of GULP1 gene expression plays important role in ovarian carcinogenesis

Offspring fed with low-protein diet during pregnancy more likely to develop prostate cancer

Measure of belly fat associated with reduced cognitive function in older adults

Study: Brief period of inactivity can trigger diabetic symptoms in vulnerable patients

Study: Reducing systolic blood pressure lowers MCI, dementia risk

Aggressive lowering of blood pressure reduces MCI risk, study shows

Muscle fitness is strongly associated with improved rate of aging in the brain

Post-hospital discharge home visit helps physicians to provide comprehensive care plans

Study provides insights into healthy aging of Asian-Americans

GSA's new publication provides support for safe use of OTC analgesics by older adults

Anticipating a stressful day may affect cognition throughout the day

Pioneering exercise program improves physical, mental health of elderly people living in care homes

Researchers investigate role of glutamate in age-associated cognitive disorders

Pioneering exercise program improves quality of life for older people in care homes

Researchers find link between handgrip strength and lung function in older women

Now more of us can count on more time dodging the dementia bullet

Reduction in heart disease risk factors could help prevent frailty among older adults

Study offers novel solution to suppress metastatic spread of deadly breast cancer

Sensing a Healthier Future

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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