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Rat study reveals new treatment approach that could potentially prevent osteoarthritis

Maintaining the supply of a molecule that helps to nourish cartilage prevented osteoarthritis in animal models of the disease, according to a report published in Nature Communications online May 11.

11 May 2017

UT Health scientists discover epigenetic changes that contribute to AML

UT Health San Antonio researchers discovered epigenetic changes that contribute to one-fifth of cases of acute myeloid leukemia (AML), an aggressive cancer that arises out of the blood-forming cells in bone marrow.

10 May 2017

Virtual reality support group could be effective option for older adults who have lost a spouse

As the U.S. population ages, it's estimated that half of women older than 65 are widows, while one-sixth of men of the same age have lost their spouses.

10 May 2017

Yogurt intake may increase hip bone density, reduce risk of osteoporosis in older adults

The largest observational study to date of dairy intakes and bone and frailty measurements in older adults has found that increased yogurt consumption was associated with a higher hip bone density and a significantly reduced risk of osteoporosis in older women and men on the island of Ireland, after taking into account traditional risk factors.

10 May 2017

High levels of physical activity may slow aging at cellular level

Despite their best efforts, no scientist has ever come close to stopping humans from aging. Even anti-aging creams can't stop Old Father Time.

10 May 2017

Children's bone health could be determined before birth, study shows

The health of children's bones could be determined before they are born, a new University of Southampton study has shown.

10 May 2017

Smiling can make people look two years older, study shows

Turn that frown upside-down? Not if you're keen on looking younger, you shouldn't. A new study shows that smiling can make you appear to be two years older than if you wear a poker face.

10 May 2017

Foot pain and posture may play role in recurrent falls among older adults

Researchers from Hebrew Senior Life's Institute for Aging Research have discovered that foot pain - particularly severe foot pain - correlates to a higher incidence of recurrent falls.

9 May 2017

Astronauts' exercise capacity goes down during spaceflight due to decreased blood vessel function

Astronauts aboard the International Space Station have decreased physical fitness because of a decrease in the way oxygen moves through the body, according to a Kansas State University kinesiology study.

9 May 2017

Study findings could help identify treatments for balding and hair graying

Researchers at the UT Southwestern Medical Center have discovered the cells that are directly responsible for hair growth and the mechanism that causes gray hair. The study results could help in identifying feasible treatments for balding and hair graying.

9 May 2017

New findings offer comprehensive overview of blood pressure in Germany over last two decades

A current evaluation of seven population-based studies in Germany reveals that blood pressure in Germany has decreased in the last two decades.

9 May 2017

BGRF scientists help develop AI to expedite drug development for age-related conditions

The Chief Science Officer of the Biogerontology Research Foundation will present new research on artificial intelligence for drug discovery at the NVIDIA Graphics Technology Conference at the San Jose Convention Center, on Wednesday, May 10, 1:00 PM - 1:50 PM alongside two AI scientists from the BGRF and Insilico Medicine, where they will deliver a presentation titled "Applications of Generative Adversarial Networks to Drug Discovery in Oncology and Infectious Diseases".

9 May 2017

UT Southwestern researchers uncover mechanism linked to balding and hair graying

UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers have identified the cells that directly give rise to hair as well as the mechanism that causes hair to turn gray - findings that could one day help identify possible treatments for balding and hair graying.

9 May 2017

The health system has improved in Israel, but challenges still remain

Although life expectancy has improved and infant mortality has fallen in Israel, the country’s health system still faces significant challenges, report researchers.

8 May 2017

$New mutation predisposes patients under osteoporosis treatment to atypical femur fractures, study finds$

New mutation predisposes patients under osteoporosis treatment to atypical femur fractures, study finds

A team of researchers of the University of Barcelona and the Hospital del Mar Medical Research Institute have discovered a new mutation that has an impact on the bone so that it is vulnerable to the bisphosphonate, a drug used to treat osteoporosis.

4 May 2017

Research findings reveal new approach to prevent age-related obesity

The function and distribution of adipose tissue in the body change during the course of life. Beige fat cells, a special type of adipocytes, have the capability to use energy reserves - fatty deposits - by generating heat in a process known as thermogenesis.

4 May 2017

Exposure to cardiovascular risk factors in childhood linked to poorer learning, memory in midlife

A Finnish study coordinated by the Research Centre of Applied and Preventive Cardiovascular Medicine at the University of Turku shows that exposure to cardiovascular risk factors, such as high blood pressure, elevated serum LDL-cholesterol and smoking in childhood and adolescence, is associated with poorer learning ability and memory in middle age.

3 May 2017

New review explains how calorie restriction can extend life

A new review proposes a theory to explain how calorie restriction can extend life across a variety of species.

3 May 2017

Training program for police officers provides knowledge, skills to interact with older adults

After participating in a training program in aging-related health, police officers anticipated having more empathy for and awareness of aging-related conditions, and greater ability to provide older adults with appropriate community referrals.

3 May 2017

Findings highlight need to improve quality of care for high-risk patients with peripheral artery disease

Less than half of individuals with peripheral artery disease, which is a narrowing of arteries to the limbs, stomach and head, are treated with appropriate medications and lifestyle counseling. These findings highlight the need to improve the quality of care for this high-risk group of individuals.

3 May 2017

Aging News and Research

Rat study reveals new treatment approach that could potentially prevent osteoarthritis

UT Health scientists discover epigenetic changes that contribute to AML

Virtual reality support group could be effective option for older adults who have lost a spouse

Yogurt intake may increase hip bone density, reduce risk of osteoporosis in older adults

High levels of physical activity may slow aging at cellular level

Children's bone health could be determined before birth, study shows

Smiling can make people look two years older, study shows

Foot pain and posture may play role in recurrent falls among older adults

Astronauts' exercise capacity goes down during spaceflight due to decreased blood vessel function

Study findings could help identify treatments for balding and hair graying

New findings offer comprehensive overview of blood pressure in Germany over last two decades

BGRF scientists help develop AI to expedite drug development for age-related conditions

UT Southwestern researchers uncover mechanism linked to balding and hair graying

The health system has improved in Israel, but challenges still remain

New mutation predisposes patients under osteoporosis treatment to atypical femur fractures, study finds

Research findings reveal new approach to prevent age-related obesity

Exposure to cardiovascular risk factors in childhood linked to poorer learning, memory in midlife

New review explains how calorie restriction can extend life

Training program for police officers provides knowledge, skills to interact with older adults

Findings highlight need to improve quality of care for high-risk patients with peripheral artery disease

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