Physical function, social participation and perceived general health emerged as crucial drivers of physical activity among older adults, according to a comprehensive analysis of 77 UK studies.

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Natural declines in muscle mass, strength, bone density, flexibility and reaction times significantly increase the risk of ...

the more dementia risk decreased “Our findings suggest that increasing physical activity, even as little as five minutes per day, can reduce dementia risk in older adults,” says study lead author Amal ...

Residents of VHA’s housing for older adults should reach out to their service coordinator for a schedule of music therapy ...

A major study suggests that smoking could be one of the most powerful lifestyle habits affecting how quickly our thinking ...

Extreme heat can be dangerous, especially for older adults, young children and people with certain health conditions.