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Calishat

#OlderAdults #aging #CognitiveHealth #technology

"Technology use among older adults appears to benefit cognitive health rather than harm it, according to a large-scale meta-analysis published in Nature Human Behaviour. The study, which examined data from more than 411,000 adults ages 50 and older, reveals that engaging with digital devices may actually help protect against cognitive decline and dementia."

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news.utexas.edu/2025/04/14/tec

UT Austin News - The University of Texas at Austin · Technology Use Linked to Better Brain Health in Older AdultsAUSTIN, Texas — Technology use among older adults appears to benefit cognitive health rather than harm it, according to a large-scale meta-analysis
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Robert Sanscartier

Older adults’ climate fears surge after extreme weather

Nearly three out of four older adults in the United States have experienced at least one extreme weather event in the past two years. Living through such conditions has apparently heightened their concerns about climate change’s impact on health

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Earth.comOlder adults’ climate fears surge after extreme weatherIn addition to the overall 59% who had climate fears, the poll found certain subgroups reporting higher levels of anxiety.
#OlderAdults#USA#US
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ResearchBuzz: Firehose

WAVY: CareWatch website aids families in finding top-rated skilled nursing facilities. “A new website aims to help people find the right skilled nursing facility for a loved one. The site, called CareWatch, creates assessments based on ratings from the Center of Medicare and Medicaid services, including health inspection ratings, staff ratings, externally validated health outcomes and ethical […]

https://rbfirehose.com/2025/03/08/wavy-carewatch-website-aids-families-in-finding-top-rated-skilled-nursing-facilities/

ResearchBuzz: Firehose | Individual posts from ResearchBuzz · WAVY: CareWatch website aids families in finding top-rated skilled nursing facilities | ResearchBuzz: Firehose
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Auscandoc

Move more, age well: prescribing physical activity for #OlderAdults | CMAJ cmaj.ca/content/197/3/E59 cmaj.ca/content/197/3/E59#msdy “The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that older adults participate in 150–300 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous #PhysicalActivity per week, along with resistance (strength) exercises 2 times per week and multicomponent exercises with a focus on balance 3 times per week. (1/2)

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Carol Olson/DJ Freyja

Accepted for publication. In Advances in Geriatric Medicine and Research...

Physical Injury and Psychological Impact: Understanding the High Risk of Depression on Older Adults with Recurrent Falls
Authors: Asmaa M Namoos*; Nicholas Thomson; Carol Olson; Michel Aboutanos.

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Advances in Geriatric Medicine and ResearchPhysical Injury and Psychological Impact: Understanding the High Risk of Depression on Older Adults with Recurrent FallsBackground: Falls among older adults significantly increase the risk of physical injuries, loss of independence, and social isolation, contributing to psychological conditions such as depression. Objective: This study explores the association between falls and the risk of developing depression among older adults, comparing psychological outcomes between those with initial and recurrent falls. It also examines demographic factors such as age, sex, and race that may influence depression risk. Methods: We retrospectively analyzed electronic health records from the TriNetX network at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System (VCUHS) during 2023. Older adults aged 65 to 89 were classified into two cohorts: initial falls (n = 2710) and recurrent falls (n = 1050). Statistical analyses, including risk ratios, survival analysis, and proportional hazards models, were used to evaluate associations between falls and depression risk. Results: Recurrent fallers exhibited a higher prevalence of depression (25.7%) compared to initial fallers (16.6%), with a significant association (p < 0.000). Recurrent fallers were 48.8% more likely to develop depression (HR = 1.488). Among younger adults aged 65 to 69, females had a higher prevalence of depression than males (30.5% vs. 20.1%). Anxiety disorders tripled the risk of depression following falls (HR = 3.036). Conclusions: Recurrent falls are significantly associated with an increased likelihood of depression among older adults, highlighting the need for comprehensive interventions. Preventing falls not only reduces the risk of physical injuries but also alleviates associated mental health challenges, including depression and other comorbidities such as postoperative cognitive decline and dementia. Tailored prevention strategies, such as balance training, cognitive therapy, and home safety modifications, can foster better recovery and enhance the quality of life for this vulnerable population.
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