John Davy

Results of a recent survey of continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) reveal that these organizations are providing robust wellness programs for resident and staffs. The…

Older adults who take part in mentally stimulating activities appear more likely to avoid or delay significant cognitive decline, but the relationship between activity and…

The increased life expectancy of the global population is well established, but the quality of life among the world’s growing population of older adults is…

Leg strength and balance are important factors in falls risk. A randomized controlled trial examined the effect of video game–based physical training on balance and…

It is estimated that less than half of depressed long-term care residents receive treatment for depression, which appears to affect approximately one in every 10…

Across the United States, states are looking to identify cost-effective ways to support older adults who wish to live as independently as possible. Funding from…

It is becoming increasingly clear that cardiovascular health and other forms of physical well-being are crucial for healthy cognitive aging. A recent study explored the…

Hearing loss among older adults can lead to a variety of functional challenges, and has been associated with poorer long-term cognitive outcomes. A study recently…

Changes in emotion and mood are common in people with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD) and in many cases of mild cognitive impairment (MCI). It remains unclear…

A recent brief from the Center for Technology and Aging argues that new mobile devices and Internet-based resources will become increasingly usable, practical, and affordable,…

Inpatient hospitalization can be a period of high risk for older adults, with an increased likelihood of falls, infections, functional decline, and institutionalization. The personal…

Clostridium difficile infection (C. diff, or CDI) is on the rise among older adults, often as a hospital-acquired infection. Research to identify modifiable risk factors…