Caregiving for aging parents tips and options
A magazine offers guidance on preparing for senior care. It covers home health services, respite care, barrier removal, day care, insurance options from Travelers and Aetna, and choosing nursing homes or life care communities. It notes costs, eligibility, and the importance of public or private aid.
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Seattle Longitudinal Study finds abrupt aging shifts in mental ability
State College report on the 33 year Seattle Longitudinal Study shows mental abilities held into the 60s for many, then decline in reasoning after age 67 while verbal ability often remains. Study links declines to jarring life events and speeded processing, and notes benefits from continued learning and cognitive training.
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Fenn State University
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Low impact exercise gains popularity in fitness trend
A Mature Outlook survey finds walking highest among 18 sports in 1988 with almost 3 million American walkers, up 28 percent from 1987. Over 45s account for 45 percent of walkers as treadmill use climbs 40 percent and women favor cycling, aerobics, and swimming while men pursue weights and stair machines.
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Pew
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American Sports Data
Typical heart disease victim profile from national study
Federal researchers paint a statistical portrait of typical heart disease victims in 1985. Most are male and over 65, with high blood pressure and frequent hospitalizations. over half rely on Medicare, and many have modest assets and low personal spending on care.
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