Cognitive-boost tai chi beats out stretching, standard tai chi in older adults with MCI
By
Kristen Fischer
Oct 31, 2023
Cognitively enhanced tai chi worked better to improve cognitive ability compared to standard tai chi and stretching in people who had concerns about their memory and those experiencing mild cognitive impairment,...
Walking at home may yield better outcomes than treadmill exercise for people with peripheral artery disease
By
John Roszkowski
Oct 13, 2023
Home-based walking exercises produced better outcomes for older adults with peripheral artery disease than supervised treadmill exercise, according to a recent analysis of clinical trials.
About 25 percent of hospitalizations for two conditions are preventable, report finds
By
Kristen Fischer
Nov 30, 2023
A new study finds that about one-fourth of hospitalizations for congestive heart failure or bacterial pneumonia could have been prevented.
Joint Commission emphasizes diagnosis, treatment of pressure injuries
By
Kristen Fischer
Oct 18, 2023
The Joint Commission has issued guidance on pressure injuries which can raise the risk for people to have worse outcomes including amputation and infection. The recommendations aim to equip healthcare...
FDA: Do not use Dr. Berne’s and LightEyez Eye Drops due to bacteria, fungus
Aug 23, 2023
(HealthDay News) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday advised people to avoid purchasing and immediately stop using Dr. Berne’s MSM Drops 5 percent Solution and LightEyez MSM...
Researchers want dementia patients, caregivers to get more from online portals
By
Kristen Fischer
Feb 29, 2024
People with dementia, as well as their family members and caregivers, often interact with clinicians and healthcare professionals by using patient portals. A new study looked at how to identify messages...
NIH to invest an additional $515M for long COVID research
By
John Roszkowski
Feb 16, 2024
The National Institutes of Health has announced plans to provide an additional $515 million in funding over the next four years for the research and treatment of long COVID.
Adult ADHD tied to dementia risk, study finds
By
Kristen Fischer
Oct 20, 2023
Adults with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are almost three times more likely to develop dementia compared to their peers, a new study suggests. Taking medication could help, as there...
AI could play role in preventing prescribing of unnecessary drugs in older adults
By
Kristen Fischer
Apr 19, 2024
A new study finds that artificial intelligence could encourage doctors to stop prescribing drugs that aren’t necessary — especially in older folks who tend to be on multiple medications. The report...
Scientists identify protein linked to early-onset dementia
By
Kristen Fischer
Dec 13, 2023
Scientists have found a protein in the brain that’s linked to early-onset dementia and could also play a role in motor neuron disease.