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Protection from UV light may help reduce wrinkles Skin is subject to two types of aging: intrinsic and photo. Photo aging applies to parts of the body regularly exposed to ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun. Simple preventative measures like shade and sunscreen may help prevent or delay fine lines and wrinkles. Retinoids, vitamin A derivatives available by prescription, may help restore elasticity to wrinkled skin for some patients. Play >
2009/07/07
Study seeks mechanisms that treat disease and reduce aging Researchers are evaluating the health benefits of both a calorie restricted diet and resveratrol, a compound found in grapes and berries. Both are believed to have properties that can improve organ function, help fight neurological diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's, and even reduce the aging process. Play >
2009/05/14
Improve health and productivity with "Meetings on the Move" Today more than 30% of the American population is obese. "Meetings on the Move" is a concept to increase productivity and improve employees' health by getting them up from their desks and on the move. Play >
2009/04/06
Prostate cancer screening not necessary for some older patients Men with a limited life expectancy due to advanced age and existing medical conditions may not benefit from annual prostate cancer screening, according to researchers at Washington University School of Medicine. Play >
2009/03/18
Older Americans receive benefits from volunteering as tutors A new study from Washington University in St. Louis and Johns Hopkins University, in partnership with Experience Corps, has showed that people over 55 years old that volunteer as tutors experience many physical and mental health benefits. Play >
2009/03/12
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