Tag: health

Study links hospitalizations and cognitive decline in older adults

From the Rush University Medical Center press release: Emergency and urgent hospitalizations are associated with an increased rate of cognitive decline in older adults, report researchers at Rush University Medical… Read more »

Daily crosswords linked to sharper brain in later life

From the University of Exeter press release: The more regularly people report doing word puzzles such as crosswords, the better their brain function in later life, a large-scale and robust online… Read more »

Daily movement program has positive impact on children’s learning

From the Loughborough University press release: Following a daily movement program can improve children’s physical development levels and has the potential to boost their chances in the classroom, researchers from Loughborough… Read more »

Study suggests natural plant compound may reduce mental effects of aging

From the Salk Institute press release: Salk scientists have found further evidence that a natural compound in strawberries reduces cognitive deficits and inflammation associated with aging in mice. The work,… Read more »

Study suggests digital communication improves young patient engagement

From the University of Warwick press release: Using texts, emails, Skype and other digital communication methods can improve the health care experience of younger patients. That is the conclusion of new… Read more »