Socially active older adults remain healthier over time, study finds
By
Alicia Lasek
Jun 14, 2023
Middle-aged and older adults who take part in recreational activities and volunteer work are less likely to develop physical, cognitive, mental or emotional problems, researchers say.
ADL limitations fall by 18 percent among American seniors: survey
By
Alicia Lasek
Feb 06, 2023
Fewer American seniors are reporting disabilities, according to a new analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data. Investigators have an idea of what’s behind a steep, decade-long decline.
While FDA moves to halt mask reuse, N95 access remains spotty, report finds
By
Alicia Lasek
Apr 15, 2021
A new push to ensure that healthcare facilities stockpile single-use or reusable N95 respirators has arrived while some workers continue to lack access to the equipment and U.S. mask manufacturers can’t...