Aging
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Lunch and Learn: ‘Aging successfully’ Feb. 18
Gretchen Geagan, a certified professional geriatric care manager and CEO of Life-Links Care Management and Advocacy, will provide tips on aging successfully Feb. 18. Read MoreFeb 6, 2015
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Inner ear keeps bones strong
Alterations of the vestibular system - the part of our inner ear that controls balance - may contribute to bone loss related to both aging and space travel. Read MoreJan 14, 2015
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Lunch and Learn on caring for aging loved ones Jan. 21
The Vanderbilt Child & Family Center will host a Lunch and Learn Wednesday, Jan. 21, from noon to 1 p.m. in Light Hall, Room 437. Read MoreJan 13, 2015
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Factor impacts bone toughness
The factor ATF4 has a role in the toughness of bone and its resistance to fracture, suggesting new therapeutic targets. Read MoreJun 16, 2014
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Nuclear shield against cell death
The protein SARM appears to protect cells from inflammation-driven death by stabilizing the nuclear laminin scaffold. Read MoreAug 8, 2013
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Cognitive complaints, Alzheimer’s risk studied
A study of cognitive complaints in older adults showed that memory concerns from both the patient and an informant was most predictive of converting to Alzheimer’s disease or dementia within three years. Read MoreAug 1, 2013
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‘Longevity’ gene aids kidney survival
A gene associated with cell survival and longevity may protect the kidney from acute injury. Read MoreApr 17, 2013
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Eye disorder’s genetic risk factors come into focus
An international group of investigators has identified seven new genetic regions associated with age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a common cause of blindness in older individuals. Read MoreMar 7, 2013
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‘Longevity’ gene has role in bone loss
A gene associated with long life participates in the normal regulation of bone remodeling and may have a role in bone loss associated with aging. Read MoreDec 6, 2012
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Free seminar on reversing signs of aging Oct. 25
Image courtesy of Vanderbilt Dermatology A free seminar on skin care will be held Oct. 25, 6-7:30 p.m. at Vanderbilt Health One Hundred Oaks, 1st Floor conference room. Dr. William Stebbins will present. There will be coupons, samples, giveaways and refreshments. Contact: Lisa Dunaway Lisa.dunaway@Vanderbilt.Edu… Read MoreOct 18, 2012
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Breakdown of white-matter pathways affects decisionmaking as we age
A brain-mapping study has found that people's ability to make decisions in novel situations decreases with age and is associated with a reduction in the integrity of two specific white-matter pathways. Read MoreApr 11, 2012
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Nicotine may aid memory for some older adults: study
Wearing a nicotine patch may help improve memory loss in older adults with mild cognitive impairment, according to a study published this week by Paul Newhouse, director of the Center for Cognitive Medicine. Read MoreJan 13, 2012
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Protein family key to aging linked to suppressing tumors
The list of aging-associated proteins known to be involved in cancer is growing longer, according to research by investigators at Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center and the National Institutes of Health. Read MoreOct 28, 2011
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Participants sought for study on aging in Down syndrome
Vanderbilt researchers hope to uncover the mysteries of early aging in Down syndrome through a new study at the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center. Read MoreMay 17, 2011