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Using the internet every day could improve life satisfaction for older adults

New research has found that using the Internet frequently could improve the mental wellbeing of older adults.

Home delivery for the aged: French youngsters reviving 'village spirit'

In a supermarket in the old quarter of Nice, Bastien Gambaudo surveys the shelves of bleach and other household detergents. He is not shopping for himself but for an elderly woman whose fragile health puts her at risk of contracting the coronavirus.

Health 6 years ago

Daytime sleepiness in older adults could point to a higher risk of diabetes and cancer

New US research has found that seniors who feel excessively sleepy during the day may be at a higher risk of developing conditions such as diabetes, cancer and high blood pressure.

Health 6 years ago

US seniors fulfill dreams, fight depression with virtual reality

Nidia Silva had never realized her dream of swimming with dolphins until a Miami NGO gave her a pair of virtual reality glasses as part of an experimental treatment for depression and isolation in senior citizens.

Health 7 years ago

Singing may bring benefits for patients with Parkinson’s disease

New preliminary research presented at the Society for Neuroscience 2018 conference this week has shown that singing could improve motor skills as well as the mood of patients with Parkinson’s disease.

Entertainment 8 years ago

Judi Dench’s advice on intimacy among seniors: Don’t give up

Dame Judi Dench has imparted some kind of wisdom about sex among seniors.

Health 8 years ago

Want to exercise more when you’re older? Try getting a dog

Owning a dog can help older adults get more exercise, according to a small study in Scotland.

National 9 years ago

Indonesian seniors more at ease with life

Dudih A. Zuhud is still working at 76 years old, even though he officially went into retirement six years ago. Daily needs became the primary motive behind his decision to go back to campus to teach English literature, as he claimed that his Rp 4 million (US$294) monthly pension was not enough to meet his needs.

Health 9 years ago

Loneliness hurts: Senior health about more than disease

Grandma's cholesterol is OK, but maybe the doctor should be asking about her social life, too.

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Using the internet every day could improve life satisfaction for older adults

Home delivery for the aged: French youngsters reviving 'village spirit'

Daytime sleepiness in older adults could point to a higher risk of diabetes and cancer

US seniors fulfill dreams, fight depression with virtual reality

Singing may bring benefits for patients with Parkinson’s disease

Judi Dench’s advice on intimacy among seniors: Don’t give up

Want to exercise more when you’re older? Try getting a dog

Indonesian seniors more at ease with life

Loneliness hurts: Senior health about more than disease

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Using the internet every day could improve life satisfaction for older adults

Home delivery for the aged: French youngsters reviving 'village spirit'

Daytime sleepiness in older adults could point to a higher risk of diabetes and cancer

US seniors fulfill dreams, fight depression with virtual reality

Singing may bring benefits for patients with Parkinson’s disease

Judi Dench’s advice on intimacy among seniors: Don’t give up

Want to exercise more when you’re older? Try getting a dog

Indonesian seniors more at ease with life

Loneliness hurts: Senior health about more than disease

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Your Opinion Matters

Thank You