Healthy, older adults free of heart disease need not fear that bouts of rapid, irregular heartbeats brought on by vigorous exercise might increase short- or long-term risk of dying or having a heart attack, according to a report by heart experts.
Older People at Greater Risk of Swine Flu Death
Posted by mamie 11 days ago (http://www.forbes.com)
Cases in Mexico show young more likely to get sick, but elderly more likely to die
Breast Feeding May Not Alter Older Kids' Health
Posted by mittan 16 days ago (http://www.nlm.nih.gov)
Exclusive breast feeding for up to 6 months, though beneficial for an infants' immunity and mothers' weight, may not alter children's health risks over the long term, study findings hint. Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlus Topics: Breast Feeding, Children's Health
Source: National Institute on Aging Related MedlinePlus Topics: Hormones, Men's Health
Just three months of physical activity reaps heart health benefits for older adults with type 2 diabetes by improving the elasticity in their arteries -- reducing risk of heart disease and stroke, researchers say.
Do You Look Older than You Really Are?
Posted by heather 32 days ago (http://www.totalbeauty.com)
Does anyone else (OK, anyone over the age of say, 25ish) get really excited when they get carded at a bar? I know I act annoyed, I'm clearly nowhere near 21 anymore, but I'm secretly thrilled at the prospect that someone might think I'm that young. Totally silly, but I can't help it.
Soy foods may curb hip fracture risk in older women (Reuters)
Posted by glenna533 37 days ago (http://us.rd.yahoo.com)
Reuters - Postmenopausal women may lessen their chances of fracturing a hip by adding soy-based foods to their diet, a study from Singapore hints.
Quality of life declined in nursing home residents who received artificial kidney treatment: study Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Topics: Dialysis, Seniors' Health
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