National Centers of Aging are being set up at New Delhi and Chennai. These centers will also undertake activities related to training, education, research.
Thirty Minutes of Exercise Every Day Increases Lifespan of Elderly People
A mortality reduction of 40% was linked to a moderate use of time (30 minutes, six days a week) irrespective of whether the activity was light or vigorous.
A mortality reduction of 40% was linked to a moderate use of time (30 minutes, six days a week) irrespective of whether the activity was light or vigorous.
The Centers will have provision for services from complementary and alternative medicine in collaboration with the Department of AYUSH to provide a holistic approach of healthcare. Besides clinical service, these centers will also undertake activities related to training, education and research.
The charges for patient care will be at par with the rates applicable to other patients treated at the Institutes.
Brain-boosting Computer Games may Help Treat Severe Depression in Elderly People
Trial results reveal brain-boosting computer games may be as effective as drugs in treating severe depression in some elderly people - maybe even better as seen in some cases of depression.
Trial results reveal brain-boosting computer games may be as effective as drugs in treating severe depression in some elderly people - maybe even better as seen in some cases of depression.
In Healthy Elderly People, Brain Circuitry Loss may be a Very Early Sign of Cognitive Decline
A study has found that the degeneration of a small, wishbone-shaped structure deep inside the brain may provide the earliest clues to future cognitive decline.
A study has found that the degeneration of a small, wishbone-shaped structure deep inside the brain may provide the earliest clues to future cognitive decline.
Physical Activity Improves Lower-leg Coordination in Both Young and Elderly People
Physical activity benefits lower leg muscle coordination across both sides of the body in both young and old, found a study on the effect of age and physical activity on lower leg muscle reflexes.
Physical activity benefits lower leg muscle coordination across both sides of the body in both young and old, found a study on the effect of age and physical activity on lower leg muscle reflexes.
