_ Exercise and Chronic Conditions By Jane Farrell articleAccording to the National Institute on Aging (NIA), almost anyone, at any age, can do some type of physical activity. … Read More→
_ How to Support Caregiving From Afar By Sondra Forsyth articleMany people live far away from their family or friends who need help. If you don’t live nearby, you can … Read More→
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_ Predicting Changes in Cognitive Health By Jane Farrell articleA new measurement system based on phenotypic (observable) data can identify individuals at risk for adverse health outcomes based on … Read More→
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_ Life Expectancy Shows Racial, Ethnic Differences By Jane Farrell articleFrom 2000-2019 overall life expectancy in the United States increased by 2.3 years, but the increase was not consistent among … Read More→
_ Heart Disease And The Risk of Falls By Jane Farrell articleA new American Heart Association (AHA) scientific statement addresses ways to prevent falls among adults with cardiovascular disease. The statement … Read More→
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