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Artificial Intelligence Detects Early Signs of Aging from Chest X-Rays
New study finds deep learning model predicts heart, lung, and frailty changes more accurately than DNA-based aging clocks.
- Biomarkers and Genetics
- Data Science and Technology
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Post-Surgery Delirium Speeds Memory Decline in Older Adults, Study Finds
Delirium after hip fracture surgery is associated with faster cognitive decline — even among patients with no prior memory problems.
- Brain Health
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Study Links Diabetes Drugs to Slower Frailty Progression in Older Adults
SGLT-2 inhibitors like Jardiance and GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are associated with slower frailty progression in older adults with type 2 diabetes.
- Medication
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Dr. Chan Mi Park’s Study Recognized by Anaesthesia as a Top 10 Paper From 2024
Findings emphasize the value of frailty screening before before heart surgery.
- Health Care Services and Policy
- Physical Health and Function
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Ultra-Processed Food Consumption Linked to Declines in Physical Function in Older Adults
Framingham Heart Study finds UPF consumption associated with slower gait in older adults, weaker grip strength in men.
- Data Science and Technology
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Sandra Shi MD, MPH, Named 2025 STAT Wunderkind
Dr. Shi honored for early-career research that uses data to improve care for older adults.
- Data Science and Technology
- Physical Health and Function
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New Studies Confirm Body Mass Index and Family History Are Two Key Predictors of Fracture Risk
Study findings offer opportunities to improve accuracy in bone health assessments.
- Health Care Services and Policy
- Physical Health and Function
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Pilot Study Finds Prehabilitation Program Supports Recovery in Older Adults Facing Major Surgery
The targeted presurgical program can improve walking speed, mobility, and patient-reported function in older adults
- Health Care Services and Policy
- Physical Health and Function
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Hebrew SeniorLife Researchers Honored for Study on Room Temperature and Cognitive Function
The Innovative Research on Aging Awards recognize applied research with practical takeaways for the senior living industry.
- Brain Health
- Physical Health and Function
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Study Finds Decline in Long-Term Benzodiazepine Use Among Older Adults, But Risks Remain
Prolonged benzodiazepine use puts older adults at risk of falls, cognitive decline, and dependence.
- Medication
- Physical Health and Function