Category: News
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Study Reveals Persistent Overuse of Potentially Inappropriate Medications Among Canadian Seniors
A new study from the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) reveals that potentially inappropriate medications (PIMs) remain widely prescribed to seniors in Canada, despite recent improvements. [2] The study, published on September 10, 2025, is the first since 2013 to examine national expenditures on prescribing PIMs to the elderly and provide…
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Childhood Trauma Linked to Increased Risk of Elder Abuse in Japan
A study from the University of Tokyo links adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) to a higher likelihood of committing elder abuse. [1][2]. The cross-sectional study, published in JAMA Network Open, analyzed data from 13,318 Japanese adults aged 20 to 64[1]. The findings indicate that individuals who experienced trauma or adversity in childhood were significantly more likely…
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Improved Sleep Outcomes in Older Adults Linked to Access to Food Assistance Programs
New research suggests that older adults who participate in food assistance programs may experience improved sleep outcomes compared to those who do not use such programs. The study, conducted by researchers at Penn State’s Department of Nutritional Sciences, found that seniors who accessed food assistance fell asleep faster and slept longer than their peers who…
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Study Reveals That Just Two Nights of Disrupted Sleep Can Make People Feel Years Older
A new study has revealed that just two nights of disrupted sleep can make individuals feel significantly older than their actual age. The research, conducted by scientists at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden, sheds light on the profound impact of sleep quality on perceived age[1]. The study involved 429 adults aged 18 to 70 who were…
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Connection Between Low Oxygen Levels During Sleep and Sleep Apnea Tied to Epilepsy in Older Adults
A new study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has revealed a significant link between sleep apnea, low oxygen levels during sleep, and late-onset epilepsy in older adults. The research, published in the journal Sleep, sheds light on the complex relationship between sleep disorders and epilepsy that develops after the age of 60[1].…
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Senior Citizens in Canada Face Financial Challenges as Cost of Living Rises
As inflation continues to impact households across Canada, senior citizens in Atlantic Canada are feeling the pinch on their fixed incomes. A recent article highlights the financial struggles many pensioners are facing and the importance of maximizing available benefits and resources. Judy Lynn Richards, a 76-year-old retiree from Prince Edward Island, emphasizes the need for…
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High Costs for Housing and Care Cloud Retirement for U.S. Older Adults
As inflation continues to affect households across Canada, senior citizens in Atlantic Canada are experiencing significant financial strain on their fixed incomes. A recent piece from SaltWire reveals the difficulties many pensioners face, emphasizing the importance of maximizing available benefits and resources. Judy Lynn Richards, a 76-year-old retiree from Prince Edward Island, sheds light on…
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NYC Seniors Combat Dementia by Adventuring in Virtual Reality
In a groundbreaking initiative, seniors in New York City are turning to virtual reality (VR) technology as a means to address the growing concerns of loneliness and dementia. This trend is gaining attention as health experts emphasize the mental health benefits associated with VR experiences. On August 20, 2025, the New York Post reported that…
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Elderly Americans Increasingly Targeted by AI-Powered Scams
A new wave of sophisticated scams leveraging artificial intelligence technology is disproportionately affecting older Americans, according to recent reports. These scams, which often utilize deepfake audio and video, are proving particularly effective against the elderly population. John Smith, a cybersecurity expert at Tech Safeguard Inc., explains, “Scammers are using AI to create incredibly realistic voice…
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Amazon’s One Medical Faces Patient Safety Concerns Amid Call Center Issues
Amazon’s acquisition of primary care service One Medical has come under scrutiny following revelations of patient safety issues stemming from its call center operations. Internal documents and employee interviews have exposed a series of incidents where elderly patients’ urgent medical concerns were mishandled by inadequately trained call center staff[1]. The Tempe, Arizona call center, established…