[ad_1] Lowered Iron Levels in Hematopoietic Stem Cells Reverse Some Age-Related Dysfunction Researchers here report on a way to reverse some of the age-related dysfunction observed in the hematopoietic stem cell population resident in bone marrow. These cells are responsible for generating red blood cells and immune cells. Some fraction of the age-related decline … Read more
[ad_1] March 15, 2024 In the field of elderly care, home visits have become increasingly popular, allowing older individuals to maintain an independent lifestyle in their familiar surroundings. During a home care visit, a professional carer comes to your home for 12 hours or 24 hours a day to assist with day-to-day tasks. The tasks … Read more
[ad_1] Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects how your body uses blood sugar (glucose). There are many types of diabetes, but the most common types are type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. Some other, less common, types of diabetes include MODY and LADA. Let’s look at each of these. Key Points Almost … Read more
[ad_1] The balance of microbial populations making up the gut microbiome changes with age in ways that provoke chronic inflammation, as well as reduce production of beneficial metabolites. In recent years, researchers have shown that Alzheimer’s patients exhibit a distinctly dysregulated gut microbiome in comparison to other older individuals. This raises the question of … Read more
[ad_1] Communicating with individuals with dementia presents unique challenges, particularly when their expressions may not always align with conventional understanding. Family members often ask mental health therapists this question. Talking to someone with dementia who is not making sense, how to respond to them. Dementia, a condition marked by cognitive decline and memory loss, presents … Read more
[ad_1] Brain Awareness Week is a global campaign to foster public enthusiasm and support for brain science. This year’s theme is: “Never too early, never too late” and with this theme we are highlighting how people of all ages can take care of their brains. For all of us, the week is an opportunity to … Read more