Tag #Aging

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Active Aging in the Netherlands: A Demographic Shift

The Netherlands is experiencing a surge in the number of active older adults (3.7 million 65+), challenging stereotypes of aging and prompting a reassessment of workforce and social policies.

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Baltimore Gym Empowers Seniors Through Strength Training

Fivex3, a Baltimore gym, helps older adults (60s-80s) improve strength and mobility through targeted training, enhancing their independence and quality of life, as evidenced by 86-year-old Mona Noyes regaining her ability to perform basic daily tasks.

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Extreme Heat Linked to Accelerated Molecular Aging in USC Study

A University of Southern California study, presented at the American Gerontological Society's meeting, reveals a link between prolonged exposure to extreme heat and accelerated molecular aging in over 3,000 participants aged 56 and older, with a 10% increase in hot days correlating to a 0.12-year in...

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Greenland Shark Genome Holds Clues to 400-Year Lifespan, Human Longevity

An international team mapped the Greenland shark's genome—twice as long as a human's—revealing that over 70% consists of jumping genes acting as DNA repair mechanisms, contributing to its 400-year lifespan and offering clues for extending human lifespans.

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Author Tim Winton on Aging, Marriage, and Activism

Tim Winton, a 64-year-old Australian author, discusses aging, his 40-year marriage, and his activism against fossil fuel companies sponsoring cultural events, resulting in Chevron relinquishing its sponsorship.

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Nicole Kidman Defies Age Stereotypes in New Erotic Thriller

Nicole Kidman stars in the erotic thriller "Babygirl" as a powerful CEO who has a passionate affair with her younger intern, challenging Hollywood's typical portrayal of female sexuality at age 57.

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Increased Life Expectancy Doesn't Mean More Healthy Years: Global Study

A global study reveals that increased life expectancy is not matched by a similar rise in healthy life expectancy, with the gap widening 13% in the past two decades; the US, Australia, New Zealand, and the UK show the largest gaps, while Lesoto, Central African Republic, Somalia, and Micronesia show...

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Baltimore Gym Improves Older Adults' Lives Through Strength Training

Fivex3 Training in Baltimore helps older adults improve strength and mobility through individualized strength training, with clients reporting significant improvements in daily life and increased confidence; the gym's model highlights the potential benefits of specialized fitness programs for aging ...

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Mall Walking Group Highlights Health, Community Benefits

Three women in their 70s and 80s have walked together daily at an Annapolis, Maryland mall for years, benefiting from exercise and fostering a strong community, raising concerns about the future should the mall close.

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Older Animals Crucial for Ecosystem Stability, but Over-Targeted by Humans

A study of 9000 publications shows older animals across species significantly improve offspring survival and population stability; however, human activities disproportionately target older animals, threatening ecosystem balance.

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Life on Land
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84-Year-Old Italian Singer Mina Releases New Album, Defying Age-Related Vocal Decline

Italian musical artist Mina released a new album, "Gassa D'Amante," at age 84, showcasing her enduring vocal power despite the typical effects of aging on the human voice; unlike many artists, she hasn't performed live since 1978, controlling her recording process and prioritizing studio work.

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No Poverty
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Artist Finds Success in Painting and Music Despite Unconventional Path

A self-described painter and musician recounts his life journey, marked by a physical altercation with his father, a late-blooming painting career, a decades-long music career, and a self-critical yet contented outlook on life and success.

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