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March 28, 2013
by Clayton
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A new study from the Wellcome Trust Centre for Neuroimaging has explored the effects of dopamine manipulation on seniors’ decision making. The researchers set out to develop a way to strengthen dopamine levels in the nucleus accumbens, an area of … Continue reading
February 19, 2013
by Clayton
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Enjoying fresh air, smelling flowers and feeding or watching birds may sound good to anyone who needs to take a step back from the stresses in their lives, however, at one community center in Roanoke, Virginia, this setting is helping … Continue reading
January 22, 2013
by Clayton
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A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Sheffield found a new way to treat and detect osteoporosis. The researchers discovered a faulty gene in women that causes lower bone mass – these women lose up to 10 times more … Continue reading
January 15, 2013
by Clayton
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The National Family Caregivers Association estimates that there are more than 65 million Americans across the country who are tending to the needs of loved ones. These individuals are often trying to raise a family and hold a career at the same … Continue reading
December 13, 2012
by Clayton
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In past years, many seniors left the homes they raised their families in for the warmer climates of Florida, Arizona or California. However, it seems that more seniors today are choosing to age in place, rather than flock to new … Continue reading
November 20, 2012
by Clayton
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Providing elder care to a loved one afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia can be a daunting task with little rewards, as patients don’t tend to improve, but rather only get worse. Taking on the responsibility of caring for a … Continue reading
October 11, 2012
by Arcadia Home Care & Staffing
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A recent study conducted by researchers from the Gladstone Institutes found a drug meant for epileptics reversed memory loss in mice that had an illness similar to Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s affects the neuronal networks in the brain, and these constant … Continue reading
October 4, 2012
by Arcadia Home Care & Staffing
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For many, the notion of aging gracefully typically means that they must eat their fruits and veggies, exercise and partake in mind stimulating activities in order to help keep every part of the body functioning well into old age. Although … Continue reading
August 28, 2012
by Arcadia Home Care & Staffing
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Mild vascular disease affects the retinas in people’s eyes. The condition, known as retinopathy, damages tiny blood vessels and researchers from the University of California, San Francisco, wanted to find out if this condition could have any effect on the … Continue reading
July 31, 2012
by Arcadia Home Care & Staffing
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A recent study conducted by researchers from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health found a link between sleep and future placement in a nursing home. The researchers measured the sleep of women in the Study of Osteoporotic Fractures … Continue reading