The Gut Microbiome’s Role in Skeletal Health September 22, 2023 Scientists identify gut bacteria linked to bone density, strength
How Older Adults Can Build Resilience Against Loneliness August 16, 2023 Activities, social networks, and technology use mitigated effects of isolation during COVID
Bone Density Test Can Gauge Heart Attack Risk July 25, 2023 AI provides quick analysis of routine osteoporosis screening results, reports calcification score
Study: Hip Fracture Burden to Nearly Double Worldwide by 2050 June 20, 2023 Treatment gaps found in all countries, men particularly affected
Breakthrough COVID Rare in Vaccinated Nursing Home Residents April 5, 2023 Study: residents 85 and older more vulnerable, risk of severe illness low for vaccinated
Cognitive Changes Affect Ability to Walk, Talk at Same Time March 21, 2023 Dual-task walking performance may be an early indicator of accelerated brain aging
Postoperative Delirium and Cognitive Decline March 20, 2023 Study highlights importance of delirium prevention to preserve brain health
Age-Related Fat May Impair Muscle Function February 3, 2023 Lower muscle density could worsen balance, possibly increase risk of falls
Remote Protocols Broaden Reach of Delirium Care January 13, 2023 Modified, extended program has potential to improve hospital care of older adults
Tallying the Costs of Dementia-Related Delirium November 15, 2022 Hospitalized patients face increased one-year costs to Medicare, study finds
On the Margins April 20, 2021 Research finds higher rates of suicide attempts, ideation in transgender and gender-diverse patients
Mask Up to Slow Down SARS-CoV-2 October 21, 2020 New study finds universal masking lowers incidence of COVID-19 in Mass. health care workers