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A new report from the Gerontological Society of America (GSA) summarizes research findings on the readiness of the primary care workforce to adopt digital cognitive assessments (DCAs) for use in the diagnostic process for cognitive impairment and dementia. While the clinical literature consistently highlights early detection as a critical driver in the management of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, detecting subtle changes in cognitive function remains a challenge. The current reliance on paper-based analog projections introduces a level of subjectivity and coarseness to the data that can miss subtle indicators of decline in the early stages.” Lisa C.…
Special women’s day Chef Pam Pichaya Soontornyanakij’s story is shaped by a rare blend of cultures and quiet determination. Raised in a Thai-Chinese household with strong Western influences, her understanding of food was never limited to one tradition. Meals at home were a natural mix of spaghetti and rice, wok-fried noodles alongside grilled meats. This openness has taught her to see the kitchen not as ‘fusion’ but as coexistence – where diversity is not forced but welcomed. Her Thai-Chinese roots gave her a deep respect for balance, layers and meaning in food, while Western influences gave her variety and ease.…
Maintaining oral health is a relatively simple process and is often taken seriously. It is, however, paradoxical that compromised oral health can affect a woman’s reproductive health, affect male fertility and even affect pregnancy health. Oral hygiene focuses on keeping all parts of the mouth clean, such as the teeth, tongue and gums. This requirement is adequately met by brushing twice a day and flossing as often as possible. Maintaining oral health during pregnancy is vital as hormonal changes in pregnant women increase the risk of gingivitis, which causes inflammation, transfer of bacteria to the reproductive system, and even premature…
Specialist palliative care has the potential to reduce costs by up to £8,000 per person and improve quality of life. The new study, published by researchers at King’s College London in the National Institute for Health and Research (NIHR) Policy Research Unit in Palliative and End-of-Life Care, Hull York Medical School, University of Hull and University of Leeds, looked at two modes of care: for those living at home and for those in acute hospital settings. In addition to significantly reducing the total cost of care per person, skilled palliative care provided at home and in the hospital was found…
best gum prenatals with 100% DV folate What are the best Gummy Prenatals with 100% DV Folate? You are growing a life and you want to do it well. Finding it best gum prenatals with 100% DV folate means choosing a supplement that provides the folate your body needs every day to support healthy neural tube development–without the swallowing struggle that comes with traditional capsules. At Pink Stork, we believe that your pregnancy nutrition should be manageable and meaningful, based on faith and backed by science. Table of contents A quality sticky prenatal product worth reaching for, it provides folate…
Background Social memory—the ability to recognize familiar individuals and distinguish them from strangers—is fundamental to social cognition. Deficits in social memory are hallmarks of multiple neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and Alzheimer’s disease (AD). In particular, these conditions often coexist with chronic sleep disorders. Although there is extensive evidence linking sleep disturbance to impaired social cognition, the underlying circuit-level and neurochemical mechanisms have remained largely unresolved. Research progress To address these challenges, the research team led by Prof. Haibo Xu and Prof. Linlin Bi at Wuhan University used a combination of high-resolution…
As he told you Marnie GoodfriendIt’s March Endometriosis Awareness Month.As a teenager, I knew my periods weren’t normal. I was in a lot of pain and bleeding with heavy tampons and super maxi pads, even though I changed them often. I asked other girls in my cheer group, “Is that time of the month really painful?” Some said they felt pain, but mine was so bad I would have to miss or leave school early. One day, someone said they saw blood on the back of my pants in front of everyone. I had no idea and was so embarrassed.I…
When people are looking best facial treatmentsthey usually want one thing: results they can see. Cleaner resources. Smoother texture. More elevated look. Skin that looks healthier in the daylight, not just right after a facial when everything is cool. The problem is that “best” is not universal. The best facial treatments are those that match your goal and your skin’s tolerance. If you book in the wrong class, you can spend a lot and still leave thinking, “It was nice, but nothing changed.” Here’s a simple way to choose facial treatments that really work based on what you want to…
Somewhere along the way, longevity stopped being about living well and started being perfect. What began as a prevention-based movement has turned into biohacking theater fueled by wearables, AI components and expensive gadgets that promise to help you cheat death and decay. But by outsourcing our wellness regimens and relying on cold, hard data about our literal lives, have we lost the plot of what longevity really looks like? Fortunately, a quiet shift is underway. It takes things back to the tried and true basics and brings wellness back to some long overdue perspective. Read on to see what a…
Basic Takeaways Physical activity, especially group exercise, can play a vital role as both a mood booster and a way to combat social isolation and loneliness. Here are some strategies to incorporate into your work with clients: Help them find the movement they love. Add a challenge that takes them out of their comfort zone. If a client is open to a group exercise experience, build a sense of community to improve both social support and responsibility. Build exercise empowerment by giving clients ownership of the experience. This blog offers an evidence-based approach to…