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Just 240ML of cherry juice daily ups sleep time by 84 mins in elderly. (Photo: Pixabay)

Just 240ML of cherry juice daily ups sleep time by 84 mins in elderly

Previous research shows similar results pointing to the potential effects of Montmorency tart cherry juice on sleep.

29 Oct 2017 3:10 AM GMT

$\Expect more accidents\ because of women drivers, remarked one Saudi, echoing an avalanche of sexist comments on Twitter. (Photo: AFP)$ Life

Find out about the problems and insights for safe driving for people...

While judgment and quick reaction time are essential for safe driving, diabetes is one condition that may affect...

12 Oct 2017 10:54 AM GMT

The elderly are at a risk of falls even when on medication. (Photo: Pixabay)

Old age delays perception of falls, says study

Researchers say findings will help shape development of wearable fall prevention technology.

12 Oct 2017 3:03 AM GMT

Dementia is a syndrome characterized by deterioration in memory, thinking, behavior and daily functioning. (Photo: Pixabay)

Elderly with dementia at risk for inappropriate medications

Dementia is a syndrome characterized by deterioration in memory, thinking, behavior and daily functioning.

8 Oct 2017 4:33 AM GMT

The finding may allow doctors to halt the inflammation early on, potentially saving patients from blindness. (Photo: Pixabay)

Researchers find way to stop vision loss among elderly

Almost 200 million people in the world have macular degeneration.

28 Nov 2017 12:06 PM GMT

To capture their expedition Phil, a fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, sketched some of their most treasured memories, from a Russian Orthodox Mass to the Hong Kong races.

Elderly couple travels around the world, in public transport

Phil and Emma Whiting spent three weeks abroad 16 trains as they travelled through Europe, across Russia, Mongolia and...

24 Nov 2017 7:16 AM GMT

The studys investigators noted that getting outside of ones home provides numerous opportunities for engagement with the world outside, and may facilitate exposure to a variety of beneficial experiences. (Photo: Pixabay)

Elderly who go out often have longer lives

According to researchers leaving the house daily is linked with lower risk of dying over an extended follow-up period.

24 Nov 2017 3:23 AM GMT

Study finds dog ownership was especially prominent as a protective factor in persons living alone. (Photo: Pixabay)

Keeping a pet dog reduces risk of early death

Older people who live alone are 33 percent less likely to die over the next 12 years if they have a dog, according to a...

18 Nov 2017 4:34 AM GMT

The year 2015 saw an estimated 760,000 deaths due to HIV/AIDS, which has dropped from a million in 2010. (Photo: AP)

Rate of HIV in rise among elderly in Europe, says study

Study by researchers find steady growth over past 12 years in rates of new HIV cases in older people in region.

27 Sep 2017 3:47 AM GMT

Authorities in some regions have resorted to encouraging some of the 4.8 million drivers over 75 in Japan to hand over their licence. (Photo: AFP)

Old and deadly: Japan's drive to beat elderly road menace

Authorities in some regions have resorted to encouraging some of the 4.8 million drivers over 75 in Japan to hand over...

26 Sep 2017 8:11 AM GMT

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Nutrition amongst elderly: 7 myths debunked

Loss of appetite can be ignored is one of the myths.

19 Sep 2017 9:01 AM GMT

The study conducted at the University of Wroclaw, is the first to show that couples change their food preferences after years of dining together. (Photo: Pixabay)

Being married affects sense of taste in couples

According to study, years of shared meals change what couples find appealing so that over time, their taste buds become...

13 Sep 2017 4:54 AM GMT