(Reuters Health) – Older adults are less likely to need to change residences if their homes have certain features, including no stairs, a new study found. “Most older adults do not want to move to a nursing home, and supporting older adults to age in the community has potential to improve quality of life and… Read More »
As increasing numbers of New Zealanders are being diagnosed with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), University of Otago researchers have developed a smartphone application (app) proven to be as effective as clinical care in helping patients manage their disease. IBDsmart, an app for symptom monitoring for patients with IBD was launched by one of the developers,… Read More »
Physical activity improves heart function and lipid profile by lowering total cholesterol while raising HDL (good cholesterol). It lowers blood pressure and resting heart rate. Being active reduces the risk and severity of diabetes by increasing insulin sensitivity, and it improves strength,balance and endurance. For stroke survivors, these benefits can spell the difference between dependence… Read More »