Elderly Health
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Exercise backed for elderly
Pensioners should set a target of achieving at least 15 minutes a day of exercise, a conference has heard. Read more
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Less dopamine leads to fewer gambling risks
Declining levels of dopamine mean older people are less likely to choose risky gambles than younger people because they are no longer attracted by potential rewards, according to a new study. Read more
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Greek dancing improves strength in elderly heart patients
Elderly people with heart failure could embrace their inner Zorba the Greek and get dancing after a study found that Greek dancing improves their strength and ability to jump. Read more
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Cut treatment burden of multiple conditions – NICE
Doctors should take steps to reduce the "burden" of multiple medicines faced by patients with multimorbidity, according to draft guidance published today in England. Read more
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Exercise keeps older people’s brains sharper
Older people who take part in vigorous exercise help to keep their minds sharp, a new US study has revealed. Read more
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Test to identify Alzheimer’s early unveiled
A simple test has been developed that could detect Alzheimer’s disease 15 years before it takes hold of the body – and potentially help with prevention, researchers say. Read more
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Paracetamol ‘ineffective’ for treating osteoarthritis
Paracetamol does not alleviate osteoarthritis pain, according to a major analysis published today. Read more
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Gene tests do not change lifestyle
Gene screening tests do not lead to individuals changing their lifestyle, researchers warn today. Read more
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How happiness can harm the heart
Joyful events can trigger acute stress cardiomyopathy or Takotsubo syndrome, according to a European study published today. Read more
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Increased health burden for older people
Elderly people are developing more chronic conditions than ever before, according to a new UK analysis. Read more