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Researchers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa have found that certain gut bacteria are linked to how quickly the body ages, providing new insight into the connection between the gut, health and longevity.
A new study led by Clarkson University Associate Professor of Physical Therapy Kwadwo Appiah-Kubi introduces a virtual reality tool that could help clinicians better evaluate walking balance and detect balance problems…
The Society for Research in Child Development (SRCD) responded to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) proposed changes to the federal regulations governing grants and cooperative agreements.
An expert perspective on multilingual learning, emotional safety, and why early education should begin with connection rather than pressure “The earlier, the better” has become a common mantra among ...
Being frail appears to accelerate the onset of dementia, particularly in people who show little or no signs of the disease, a University of Queensland-led study has found. Dr. David Ward from UQ's Frazer Institute said…
Where Our Children Play (WOCP) announces the expansion of its youth athlete development programs, with U.S. camp programming entering Las Vegas during Spring Break 2027 and new school and after-school ...
Heart failure already affects more than 60 million people worldwide and is one of the leading causes of hospitalization among people 65 and older. Although it is commonly associated with advanced cardiovascular disease…
Today, most older people with disabilities receive help at home, and there are limited places in nursing homes. At the same time, politicians claim that living at home provides independence and control over everyday…
Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide, or NAD+, is all the rage in the healthy aging space. Social media influencers tout NAD+ supplements, injections and infusions as anti-aging miracles that can clear brain fog and improve…
While everyone may benefit from a healthy diet, those with higher levels of Alzheimer's-related blood biomarkers may be more likely to benefit from a MIND diet intervention, according to a new study from the MIND trial…
Partners do not simply grow old together; they often grow more alike. Decades of shared routines, environments and experiences leave couples with increasingly similar health profiles, a pattern long recognized for…
Frailty threatens older individuals because it increases their vulnerability to detrimental health outcomes, such as falls, longer hospitalizations or even shortened life expectancy. Biogerontologists are actively…
Chronic, low-grade inflammation in the body—a phenomenon known as "inflammaging" because it increases with age—has been linked to many of today's leading causes of illness and death, including cancer, heart disease…
A new position statement from the International Osteoporosis Foundation's (IOF) Committee of Scientific Advisors Fracture Working Group urges orthopedic surgeons and bone health specialists to work together to assess and…
Many fractures are early-warning signs of osteoporosis. Yet in everyday clinical care, they often go unrecognized and undocumented as warning signs, according to a new nationwide Austrian study by the Complexity Science…
A new neuroimaging study published in the journal Brain Imaging and Behavior provides some of the first evidence that strengthening your brain health through daily habits rewires its physical architecture.
Growing evidence suggests lifelong learning can help combat cognitive decline, but many older adults with dementia avoid traditional classes for fear of not keeping up.
The digital technology has profoundly transformed the social interaction patterns of children and adolescents, and has also given rise to new forms and ...
"Turn off that TV, it'll rot your brain!" has been a household refrain for decades. While "rot" might be too strong a term, researchers are finding that the overall sentiment could have some merit.
The mysterious sound known as The Hum has been reported worldwide for decades, yet its source often remains impossible to find. Researchers tested whether people who hear it have exceptional low-frequency hearing or…
ABU DHABI, 19th July, 2026 (WAM) -- The Ministry of Family and the National Academy for Childhood Development (NACD) have launched the new summer edition of the national ''Jeel 71'' programme under ...
Women who live in disadvantaged neighborhoods face worse heart health and experience faster declines as they approach menopause, according to a long-term study led by the Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Institute.
Parts of the U.S. are experiencing smoke from Canadian wildfires drifting down and rising summer temperatures, creating a potentially deadly situation, according to the American Heart Association, a relentless force…
DUBAI, 17th July, 2026 (WAM) -- The Ministry of Family and the National Academy for Childhood Development (NACD) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen collaboration in advancing ...
Dubai, The Ministry of Family and the National Academy for Childhood Development (NACD) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in advancing strategic programmes ...
A: My interest in developmental science comes from the belief that a person’s experiences in the early years can shape outcomes throughout their life. Understanding these influences, creating evidence to inform changes…
What type of therapy is the right fit when a child is showing signs of developmental difficulty? A HelloNation article breaks down the four main pediatric therapy types and explains how each one ...
Children are surrounded by more entertainment, scheduled activities, and digital stimulation than previous generations could have imagined. While those options can be educational and enjoyable, they ...
Contrary to popular belief, confident and self-reliant children aren't raised through strict rules or constant praise. They grow up in homes where they're trusted with small responsibilities, allowed ...
Dr. Lucía Alcalá is Professor of Psychology at California State University, Fullerton. She received her Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology from the University of California Santa Cruz with an emphasis on cross-cultural…
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