Category Archives: Science of Us

A recent study by the Mayo Clinic measured what physical factors tend to decline most quickly in people over 50 — and the majority of these were related to strength and balance. So, it stands to reason (pun intended), that … Continue reading →

Health disparities – or how those in different groups experience different health outcomes depending on their race/ethnicity or other factors – are not a new concept. However, recent research has shifted to highlight how location, and specifically zip codes, influence … Continue reading →

A new study has revealed that approximately 25% of patients with severe brain injuries experience something called Cognitive Motor Dissociation, or “covert awareness.” It’s as scary as it sounds: researchers are just now learning that some patients who were believed … Continue reading →

Have you ever suddenly felt “old?” Scientists have discovered that there may be a reason for this, particularly if it occurs in one’s 40s or 60s – a massive biomolecular shift.

Elizabeth Francis, America’s oldest person, made headlines recently when she celebrated her 115th birthday, undoubtedly prompting many to wonder about their odds of living to 100 and beyond. The New England Centenarian Study has produced a calculator that can answer … Continue reading →

The fight against Alzheimer’s disease and dementia has seen a promising new development. A recent study conducted by Dean Ornish, M.D. and his team at the University of California, San Francisco, sheds light on how a combination of non-medication interventions … Continue reading →