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Learning Music Boosts Brain Function in Seniors. Researchers from University of Sheffield and Western Sydney University ...
02/09/2026

Learning Music Boosts Brain Function in Seniors.

Researchers from University of Sheffield and Western Sydney University report that older adults who learned to play music using either a physical instrument or digital app experienced gains in cognitive and motor function, even if they had no prior musical training. Further, those who used their newly gained skills during improvisation sessions demonstrated even greater improvements in learning, memory, and executive function.

Royal Society Open Science, October 2025

A man doesn't plant a tree for himself. He plants it for posterity.” ~ Alexander Smith
02/01/2026

A man doesn't plant a tree for himself. He plants it for posterity.”

~ Alexander Smith

Dark Chocolate Compound Linked to Slower Biological Aging? Researchers from King’s College London report that higher blo...
01/31/2026

Dark Chocolate Compound Linked to Slower Biological Aging?

Researchers from King’s College London report that higher blood levels of theobromine—a natural compound found in cocoa—were associated with a younger biological age relative to chronological age. These findings suggest that regular consumption of theobromine-rich dark chocolate may be linked to lower oxidative stress and inflammation, improved mitochondrial and vascular function, and other cellular processes that help maintain more accurate cell division as aging progresses.

Aging, December 2025

Sobering Stats on Hip Fractures. Among 1,233 older adults followed for 20 years, 236 sustained a hip fracture, and 27% d...
01/30/2026

Sobering Stats on Hip Fractures.

Among 1,233 older adults followed for 20 years, 236 sustained a hip fracture, and 27% died within a year of their injury. The findings underscore the urgent need for strategies that both prevent falls and improve long-term outcomes after serious fractures.

Scandinavian Journal of Primary Health Care, November 2025

1 in 8 Teens Show Signs of Hearing Loss. Examinations of more than 3,300 Dutch teenagers revealed 13% exhibited signs of...
01/29/2026

1 in 8 Teens Show Signs of Hearing Loss.

Examinations of more than 3,300 Dutch teenagers revealed 13% exhibited signs of noise-related hearing damage, with roughly 6% experiencing permanent hearing loss by age 18. The research team attributes these issues to frequent exposure to loud recreational noise—from earbuds, concerts, and fireworks—as a key risk, emphasizing the need for early screening, prevention, and safer listening habits during adolescence.

Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery, October 2025

Just 20 Minutes of Exercise Twice a Week May Prevent Dementia. Using data from the Health and Retirement Study, research...
01/28/2026

Just 20 Minutes of Exercise Twice a Week May Prevent Dementia.

Using data from the Health and Retirement Study, researchers found that older adults with mild-cognitive impairment were less likely to progress to dementia over an eight-year time period if they exercised at moderate-intensity—like brisk walking, for example—for at least 20 minutes twice a week. The findings demonstrate the ability of regular physical activity to delay or possibly prevent dementia.

Journal of Physical Activity and Health, March 2026

Nearly Half of Adults Have Musculoskeletal Pain. Using data from the CONSTANCES study involving 193,436 adults aged 18 t...
01/27/2026

Nearly Half of Adults Have Musculoskeletal Pain.

Using data from the CONSTANCES study involving 193,436 adults aged 18 to 69 years, researchers report that at a given time point, 46.2% of participants experienced musculoskeletal pain in at least one body site—most commonly the low back, shoulder, neck, or knee.

Joint Bone Spine, September 2025

In order to achieve anything, you must be brave enough to fail.” ~ Kirk Douglas
01/25/2026

In order to achieve anything, you must be brave enough to fail.”

~ Kirk Douglas

Ultra-Processed Foods May Stimulate Overeating in Young Adults. In a recent trial, researchers found that that healthy y...
01/24/2026

Ultra-Processed Foods May Stimulate Overeating in Young Adults.

In a recent trial, researchers found that that healthy young adults, aged 18-21, consume more calories and are more likely to eat when not hungry after two weeks on a diet high in ultra-processed foods—foods that include added sugars, fats, and salt to enhance flavor and prolong shelf life—than after two weeks on a diet containing few, if any, ultra processed goods.

Obesity, November 2025

Many Lung Cancer Deaths Could Be Prevented with Improved Screening. Despite evidence that low-dose chest CT scans can de...
01/23/2026

Many Lung Cancer Deaths Could Be Prevented with Improved Screening.

Despite evidence that low-dose chest CT scans can detect lung cancer early in at-risk adults—such as those with a history of smoking or occupational exposure to certain pollutants—and reduce lung cancer mortality nearly threefold, new research suggests that only 19% of eligible adults undergo screening.

Journal of the American Medical Association, November 2025

Nearly Three-Quarters of Adults Struggle with Daytime Sleepiness! The American Academy of Sleep Medicine reports that 72...
01/22/2026

Nearly Three-Quarters of Adults Struggle with Daytime Sleepiness!

The American Academy of Sleep Medicine reports that 72% of adults in the United States experience daytime sleepiness, which can negatively affect mood, stress levels, productivity, and relationships. The Academy notes that chronic daytime tiredness may signal insufficient sleep or poor sleep quality due to an underlying health issue, such as obstructive sleep apnea.

American Academy of Sleep Medicine, November 2025

Therapeutic Climbing Shows Mood and Focus Benefits. For psychiatric patients under treatment for depression, anxiety dis...
01/21/2026

Therapeutic Climbing Shows Mood and Focus Benefits.

For psychiatric patients under treatment for depression, anxiety disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, a recent study found that structured therapeutic climbing sessions provided benefits with respect to mood, mental focus, social connection, and physical confidence. Participants found the intervention enjoyable and were likely to continue climbing after the study.

Journal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry, December 2025

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