Video Games Technology is proving to be a valuable tool for helping people of all ages improve lifestyle and health habits and manage disease. New research showw that exergames have significant benefits for older adults by providing cognitive stimulation and a source of social interaction, exercise, and fun. Thus, the games help them to lead fuller, […]
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The male sex hormone testosterone plays a key role, as do genetic factors. They cause the hair follicles to shrink, eventually becoming so small that they are invisible, leading to the appearance of baldness. Baldness is hair thinning or partial or complete lack of hair. Male pattern baldness is characterized by hair receding from the lateral
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Botox, an anti-ageing drug is a potentially dangerous medicine and can normally only be prescribed by a Doctor to patients .face to face The General Medical Council (GMC) says new rules will be published later this week to stop doctors remotely prescribing injectable cosmetic medicines such as Botox. These are prescription-only medicines and doctors should assess
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The stories that elderly people tell you have huge power. They are sad, funny, intimate, tragic, overwhelming and inspirational. Dr Paul Hodgkin of the feedback site Patient Opinion says social media channels are not just for the young. One recent posting we received said: “I am an elderly lady and it seems impossible for me
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For many people, the cold clear days of winter bring more than just a rosy glow to the cheeks. They also bring uncomfortable dryness to the skin of the face, hands, and feet. For some people, the problem is worse than just a general tight, dry feeling: They get skin so dry it results in
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The leading causes of death are combined with the person’s odds of dying from a particular cause to determine, which the various ways a person is likely to die in his or her lifetime. Despite increased medical advances and an ageing population, the global death rate remains constant at 100%. There is no cure. Despite
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It has been known for some time that certain yellow and red pigments called carotenoids found in many types of fruit and vegetables, can have an effect on skin tone. Even a few weeks of eating fruit and vegetables could improve your skin colour. . University of St Andrews researchers monitored diet in 35 people,
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The number of older adults in the world is growing both in absolute and relative terms. The greatest challenge over the coming years will be maintaining the health of this increasing number of older adults. Deciding what we mean by ‘older people’ is a little arbitrary. The World Health Organization classifies people aged between 45
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In today’s fiercely competitive job market, research shows an increased demand for cosmetic procedures among men hoping that a fresh look will improve their chances of advancing their careers. While men are seeking the same treatments women have long embraced, dermatologists find the distinct differences between men’s and women’s skin biology, facial anatomy and aging
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The struggle to maintain a healthy appearance and state of being is complicated by the number of artificial aids available, and many seek to maintain skin health and vigour through entirely natural means. Fortunately, you can adopt a number of natural anti-ageing skin care habits that ensure healthy, youthful skin. Throughout the ages, women have
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