The past 50 years have seen a growing ageing population with an increasing prevalence of
type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM); now, nearly half of all individuals with diabetes mellitus are …

Abstract Purpose of the Study: There is a global imperative to increase awareness of the
emerging evidence on physical activity (PA) among older adults.“Healthy aging” has …

Objectives While there is strong evidence that regular participation in physical activity (PA)
brings numerous health benefits to older adults, and interventions to effectively promote PA …

This European Respiratory Society (ERS) statement provides a comprehensive overview on
physical activity in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). A …

New evidence shows that older adults need more dietary protein than do younger adults to
support good health, promote recovery from illness, and maintain functionality. Older people …

For most Americans, staying" mentally sharp" as they age is a very high priority. Declines in
memory and decision-making abilities may trigger fears of Alzheimer's disease or other …

As modern lifestyles offer ever more opportunities for a sedentary existence, physical activity
has become, for many, a marginal aspect of life. Too little physical activity is linked to …

Nearly a quarter of older adults in the US have type 2 diabetes, and this population is
continuing to increase with the aging of the population. Older adults are at high risk for the …

As the number of elderly persons in our country increases, more attention is being given to
geriatric healthcare needs and successful ageing is becoming an important topic in medical …

This state-of-the-art handbook will keep researchers and practitioners in gerontology
abreast of the newest theories and models of aging. With virtually all new contributors and …