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Trial finds mixed success of chatbots in improving COVID-19 vaccine confidence among Asians

Chatbots had mixed success in improving COVID-19 vaccine confidence and acceptance among the most hesitant individuals in Asia, according to a new randomized control trial.

8 Jun 2023

Cardiovascular disease is primed to kill more older adults, especially Blacks and Hispanics

Cardiovascular disease — the No. 1 cause of death among people 65 and older — is poised to become more prevalent in the years ahead, disproportionately affecting Black and Hispanic communities and exacting an enormous toll on the health and quality of life of older Americans.

30 May 2023

Poll: More older adults log on to patient portals, but disparities exist

Far more older adults these days log on to secure websites or apps to connect with their health information or have a virtual health care appointment, compared with five years ago, a new poll shows.

25 May 2023

Abortion bans are driving off doctors and closing clinics, putting basic health care at risk

The rush in conservative states to ban abortion after the overturn of Roe v. Wade is resulting in a startling consequence that abortion opponents may not have considered: fewer medical services available for all women living in those states.

24 May 2023

Innovative magnetic muscle therapy could reverse decline in functional mobility, loss of muscle strength in older adults

A decline in functional mobility, loss of muscle strength and an increase in body fats are often associated with aging.

23 May 2023

Higher intake of flavonol-rich foods linked to lower odds of developing frailty

Eating plant-based foods that contain dietary compounds called flavonols can lower your chances of developing frailty.

23 May 2023

When older parents resist help or advice, use these tips to cope

It was a regrettable mistake. But Kim Sylvester thought she was doing the right thing at the time.

19 May 2023

A covid test Medicare scam may be a trial run for further fraud

Medicare coverage for at-home covid-19 tests ended last week, but the scams spawned by the temporary pandemic benefit could have lingering consequences for seniors.

18 May 2023

Vascular health management may play role in preserving physical function during aging

Managing cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors may play a role in preserving physical function during the aging process, according to new research published today by The Journals of Gerontology, Series A: Biological Sciences and Medical Sciences.

15 May 2023

How to increase your social network as you age

Friends sitting around a table, talking and laughing. A touch on the arm, as one of them leans over to make a confiding comment. A round of hugs before walking out the door.

28 Apr 2023

UTEP and TTUHSC El Paso unveil joint initiative to create a pathway for El Paso's future physicians

The University of Texas at El Paso and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center El Paso today unveiled MedFuture, a joint initiative that will create a pathway for very highly qualified students in our Borderplex to be admitted to attend college and medical school in their hometown of El Paso right out of high school.

25 Apr 2023

Observational cohort study of long COVID among 2 million elderly adults

Research estimates the incidence of long COVID and long Flu among Medicare patients using the World Health Organization (WHO) consensus definition. The study compares the incidence, symptomatology, and healthcare utilization between long COVID and long flu patients.

20 Apr 2023

California’s Medicaid experiment spends money to save money — and help the homeless

Sporting a bright smile and the polished Super Bowl ring he won as a star NFL player in the late 1980s, Craig McEwen doesn't fit the archetype of someone teetering on the brink of homelessness.

19 Apr 2023

Soaring healthcare costs for RSV-related complications in US seniors 60 plus

In a recent study published in the journal Open Forum Infectious Diseases, researchers explored the correlation between complications caused by a respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and the associated healthcare costs.

18 Apr 2023

Practicing and listening to music could prevent working memory decline

Normal aging is associated with progressive cognitive decline. But can we train our brain to delay this process? A team from the University of Geneva (UNIGE), HES-SO Geneva and EPFL has discovered that practicing and listening to music can alter cognitive decline in healthy seniors by stimulating the production of grey matter.

17 Apr 2023

Seniors News and Research

Trial finds mixed success of chatbots in improving COVID-19 vaccine confidence among Asians

Cardiovascular disease is primed to kill more older adults, especially Blacks and Hispanics

Poll: More older adults log on to patient portals, but disparities exist

Abortion bans are driving off doctors and closing clinics, putting basic health care at risk

Innovative magnetic muscle therapy could reverse decline in functional mobility, loss of muscle strength in older adults

Higher intake of flavonol-rich foods linked to lower odds of developing frailty

When older parents resist help or advice, use these tips to cope

A covid test Medicare scam may be a trial run for further fraud

Vascular health management may play role in preserving physical function during aging

How to increase your social network as you age

UTEP and TTUHSC El Paso unveil joint initiative to create a pathway for El Paso's future physicians

Observational cohort study of long COVID among 2 million elderly adults

California’s Medicaid experiment spends money to save money — and help the homeless

Soaring healthcare costs for RSV-related complications in US seniors 60 plus

Practicing and listening to music could prevent working memory decline

People with Down syndrome are living longer, but the health system still treats many as kids

The rate of older Californians dying of malnutrition has accelerated

The ‘unwinding’ of Medicaid

Fatigue is common among older adults, and it has many possible causes

Breakthrough SARS-CoV-2 infections found to be low among vaccinated nursing home residents

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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