The Puzzling Lack of Autoimmunity in Centenarians – Fight Aging!

[ad_1] Today’s open access paper presents an interesting discussion of the apparent lack of age-related autoimmunity in centenarians. The immune system becomes ever more dysfunctional with age, and some of that dysfunction can take the form of maladaptive changes that either (a) allow the immune system to direct attack tissues or (b) disrupt important … Read more

Yet More Development of Proteomic Signatures of Longevity – Fight Aging!

[ad_1] The cost of obtaining transcriptomic and proteomic data, and then using machine learning techniques to develop insights based on that data, has fallen dramatically over the past decade. As a result there is a proliferation of signatures of aging and longevity, as many different research groups analyze many different large transcriptomic and proteomic … Read more

Survey Finds Increase of Loneliness Post Pandemic

[ad_1] In a recent survey of Aging Life Care Managers®, 86% responded seeing an increase in loneliness among clients post COVID – with 46% seeing this increase within the last two years. Professionals share ways they are combatting loneliness and isolation among their clients.   Aging Life Care Managers® Can Help Offset Loneliness and Subsequent … Read more

Calorie Restriction Induces Plasminogen Production to Protect Muscle Tissue – Fight Aging!

[ad_1] Researchers here identify a mechanism by which the practice of calorie restriction promotes muscle stem cell function, and thus repair and maintenance of muscle tissue. In animal studies calorie restriction is shown to produce both (a) a short-term effect associated with improved regeneration, and (b) a long-term effect in the sense of slowing … Read more

The Role of Reminiscence Therapy in Dementia Care –

[ad_1] March 15, 2024 Dementia is a challenging and complex condition that not only affects cognitive function but also impacts emotional well-being. As the global population ages, the prevalence of dementia is on the rise, making it crucial to explore innovative and effective approaches to care. One such method that is gaining recognition is reminiscence … Read more