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Nutrition-oriented perioperative nursing supports management of frailty and malnutrition in older women with cancer
Geriatrics & Aging Sys. Review
Nutrition-oriented perioperative nursing supports management of frailty and malnutrition in older women with cancer Nutrition-Oriented Nursing May Help Older Women Facing Cancer Surgery
This mini review examines nutrition-oriented perioperative nursing, including frailty screening and multimodal pre-habilitation, for older w…
Specialized nursing care focusing on nutrition and frailty may help older women manage the physical stress of cancer surgery.
Natural products improve gut microbiota and antioxidant defenses in aging animal models
Geriatrics & Aging Meta-analysis
Natural products improve gut microbiota and antioxidant defenses in aging animal models Gut Bacteria Tied to Better Memory in Aging Animals
This systematic review of 17 studies examines how various natural products, including plant-derived compounds and probiotics, affect aging i…
In aged animals, natural compounds shifted gut bacteria and were linked to better memory and lower inflammation.
Biological aging research favors non-methylation biomarkers in 309 of 435 papers
Geriatrics & Aging Sys. Review
Biological aging research favors non-methylation biomarkers in 309 of 435 papers Scientists examine different ways to measure how the body ages over time
This scoping review analyzed 435 papers on biological aging research, finding that 309 focused on non-methylation-based biomarkers. The auth…
Researchers looked at hundreds of papers to find better ways to measure biological aging using various molecular markers and new metrics.
Mind-body exercise improves balance in pre-frail and frail older adults
Geriatrics & Aging Meta-analysis
Mind-body exercise improves balance in pre-frail and frail older adults Mind-Body Exercise Improves Balance in Frail Older Adults
Mind-body exercise significantly improves balance in pre-frail and frail older adults, with dynamic and static balance gains. Early interven…
Mind-body exercises like Tai Chi and Yoga can significantly improve both static and dynamic balance for older adults who are at risk of frai…
Sarcopenia and Low Grip Strength Correlate with Increased Cardiovascular Risk in Older Adults
Geriatrics & Aging Meta-analysis
Sarcopenia and Low Grip Strength Correlate with Increased Cardiovascular Risk in Older Adults Low Muscle Mass and Grip Strength Linked to Heart Risks
A large-scale meta-analysis identifies sarcopenia and low grip strength as significant markers for increased cardiovascular events in elderl…
Lower muscle mass and weaker grip strength are linked to a higher risk of heart disease and stroke in older adults.
Synergistic Effects of Strength Training and Protein Supplementation on Sarcopenia Management
Geriatrics & Aging Meta-analysis
Synergistic Effects of Strength Training and Protein Supplementation on Sarcopenia Management Strength training and protein supplements help older adults with muscle loss
Combining strength training with whey protein or HMB may improve muscle mass and physical performance in elderly patients with sarcopenia.
Combining strength training with specific supplements like whey protein can help older adults build muscle and improve physical performance.
Combined physical and cognitive interventions improve global cognitive function and gait speed in frail older adults
Geriatrics & Aging Meta-analysis
Combined physical and cognitive interventions improve global cognitive function and gait speed in frail older adults Combined physical and cognitive exercise helps frail older adults
This meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials involving 989 participants found that combined physical and cognitive interventions signi…
A combined program of physical and cognitive exercises can improve memory and mobility for frail older adults while reducing signs of frailt…
High prevalence of sarcopenia identified among community and hospital based populations in India
Geriatrics & Aging Meta-analysis
High prevalence of sarcopenia identified among community and hospital based populations in India High Rates of Muscle Loss Found in Indian Populations
This meta-analysis examined the prevalence of probable, confirmed, and severe sarcopenia among individuals in India. The findings indicate a…
New data shows that over one-third of people in India may have some form of sarcopenia, a condition involving significant muscle loss.
C3-derived skeletal muscle index shows strong correlation with L3 index in head and neck cancer
Geriatrics & Aging Meta-analysis
C3-derived skeletal muscle index shows strong correlation with L3 index in head and neck cancer C3 Muscle Index Shows Strong Link to L3 Muscle Levels
This meta-analysis of 2017 patients evaluates the correlation between C3 and L3 skeletal muscle indices in head and neck cancer. The study f…
A new way to measure muscle mass in head and neck cancer patients may offer a simpler, radiation-sparing method for tracking muscle loss.
Physical frailty tops risk factors for pneumonia after esophagectomy, meta-analysis finds
Geriatrics & Aging Meta-analysis
Physical frailty tops risk factors for pneumonia after esophagectomy, meta-analysis finds Physical frailty and muscle loss increase pneumonia risk after surgery
This meta-analysis of 60 cohort studies in esophageal cancer patients undergoing esophagectomy identified physical frailty as the highest-ra…
Patients with esophageal cancer face a higher risk of pneumonia after surgery if they show signs of physical frailty or muscle loss.
Physician involvement varies across EEG, MRI, TCD, TMS, and FUS based on real-time interpretation needs
Geriatrics & Aging Sys. Review
Physician involvement varies across EEG, MRI, TCD, TMS, and FUS based on real-time interpretation needs Doctors and technicians play different roles in brain imaging tests
This systematic review synthesizes local practices for EEG, MRI, TCD, TMS, and FUS across 26 countries. The review finds that while technici…
New data from 26 countries shows how doctors and technicians work together to perform and interpret brain scans and treatments.
Exercise combined with cognitive interventions ranks highest for improving frailty in older adults
Geriatrics & Aging Sys. Review
Exercise combined with cognitive interventions ranks highest for improving frailty in older adults Exercise and Cognitive Training Show Promise for Managing Frailty
This systematic review and network meta-analysis evaluates non-pharmacological multicomponent interventions for frailty in community-dwellin…
Combining exercise with cognitive activities may be more effective than other methods for managing frailty in older adults.

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