Category: Longevity News 2015

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5/15/2015 - Senior housing transitions can lead to stigma and isolation

by on May 15, 2015 9:19 pm
In senior housing facilities where residents are required to relocate as heath issues worsen, seniors tend to isolate themselves and may hide health conditions out of fear of relocation, according to a new study. Read the full article at Reuters.
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5/14/2015 - The Last Day of Her Life

by on May 14, 2015 9:09 pm
When Sandy Bem found out she had Alzheimer’s, she resolved that before the disease stole her mind, she would kill herself. The question was, when? Read the full article at The New York Times.

5/14/2015 - New York Times - special section on retirement

by on May 14, 2015 9:00 pm
New York Times special section on retirement, linking to several articles on the topic. Read more at The New York Times.
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5/13/2015 - People who use canes may limit themselves for fear of falling

by on May 13, 2015 9:03 pm
One quarter of older Americans use mobility devices like canes, walkers or wheelchairs, according to a new study, but those who use a cane have a much greater fear of falling. Cane users did not, in fact, fall more often, but they did report limiting their activities out of fear, suggesting the cane may not… Read more 5/13/2015 - People who use canes may limit themselves for fear of falling
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5/13/2015 - Depression may double stroke risk in older adults

by on May 13, 2015 9:02 pm
Chronic depression may more than double the risk of stroke for older adults, and the danger remains high even when mental health improves, a large U.S. study suggests. Read the full article at Reuters.
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5/13/2015 - Elderly living alone can be monitored by new sound system technology

by on May 13, 2015 8:43 pm
Elderly people who live alone can be monitored by new technology that analyses household sounds to ensure their safety. Read the full article at Daily Telegraph.

5/12/2015 - This Is a Horrible Realization About Retirement

by on May 12, 2015 9:30 pm
Multiple surveys reveal that Americans are getting increasingly jaded about their prospects for enjoying a relaxing retirement, so much so that many are throwing in the towel and not even bothering to plan for it at all. According to a survey of 2,000 Americans conducted for Allianz Life, 84% of them characterize the idea of… Read more 5/12/2015 - This Is a Horrible Realization About Retirement
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5/12/2015 - High-tech sensors help kids keep eye on aging parents

by on May 12, 2015 8:39 pm
Advances in low-cost sensors and wireless networks are fueling a boom in the “smart” home. And companies are looking beyond home security and temperature control to creating products for baby boomers trying to balance caring for aging parents and respecting their independence. Read the full article at Los Angeles Times.
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5/12/2015 - Men who exercise may delay age-related high cholesterol

by on May 12, 2015 8:36 pm
Men who get plenty of aerobic exercise may delay the onset of age-related high cholesterol, potentially lowering their risk for heart disease, a new study suggests. Read the full article at Reuters.
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5/11/2015 - For an Aging Brain, Looking for Ways to Keep Memory Sharp

by on May 11, 2015 7:09 pm
With people worldwide living longer, marketers are seizing on every opportunity to sell remedies and devices that they claim can enhance memory and other cognitive functions and perhaps stave off dementia as people age. Unfortunately, few such potions and gizmos have been proven to have a meaningful, sustainable benefit beyond lining the pockets of their… Read more 5/11/2015 - For an Aging Brain, Looking for Ways to Keep Memory Sharp