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| Links on Aging | ||
| This website of the U.S. government's Administration on Aging has extensive connections to many websites on aging. ( http://www.aoa.gov/ ) | ||
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| Aging Research Centre | ||
| This excellent site is a great place to find up-to-date research on the biological aspects of aging. Includes links to many research journals on the biology of aging. ( http://www.arclab.org ) | ||
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| New England Centenarian Study | ||
| The website of this ongoing study, with a description of the study and links to articles about the research. ( http://www.bumc.bu.edu/Dept/Home.aspx?DepartmentID=361 ) | ||
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| Life Expectancy Calculator | ||
| Another opportunity for you to calculate your life expectancy. This set of questions was created by the researchers who are involved in the New England Centenarian Study. After answering the questions, your life expectancy will be calculated for you. ( http://www.livingto100.com ) | ||
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| What Causes Aging? | ||
| Wide-ranging article on the causes of aging, with particular attention given to the cell's aging clock. ( http://senescence.info/causes.html ) | ||
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| Telomeres Research | ||
| Read about recent research on telomeres, which links their age-related decline to cancer and an inability to cope with stress effectively. ( http://www.swmed.edu/home_pages/cellbio/shay/research.html ) | ||
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| Genetic Studies of Aging | ||
| Read about research on the genetic basis of aging. ( http://www.nih.gov/nia/research/extramural/biology/resources.htm ) | ||
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| Arthritis | ||
| The website of the Arthritis Foundation. Read about research resources and many other aspects of arthritis. ( http://www.arthritis.org ) | ||
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| Osteoporosis | ||
| Information about prevention and intervention in osteoporosis is provided. Helpful links to other related sites also are provided. ( http://www.nof.org/osteoporosis/ ) | ||
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| Exercise and Aging | ||
| The Mayo Clinic's website on exercise and aging. Includes lots of good ideas on how older adults can get started on an exercise program and maintain it. ( http://www.mayoclinic.com/invoke.cfm?objectid=1A44F07A-CED5-4074-87EF676702D5E889 ) | ||
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| Roy Walford's Views | ||
| Roy Walford has been one of the leading researchers on the role of caloric restriction in slowing down the aging process. In this interview, he talks about his views on caloric restriction and aging. ( http://www.pbs.org/safarchive/3_ask/archive/qna/32103_walford.html ) | ||
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| Caloric Restriction and Aging Research | ||
| Read about two studies on caloric restriction in monkeys and its role in their health. ( http://whyfiles.org/057aging/lo_cal.html ) | ||
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| Trends in Health and Aging | ||
| The website of the Canadian Study of Health and Aging has research reports on dementia among Canadians aged 65 and over, including prevalence, risk factors, and interventions for dementia. ( http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/entrez/query.fcgi?cmd=Retrieve&db=PubMed&list_uids=7969962&do... ) | ||
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| Health and Aging: Cross-Cultural Comparisons | ||
| The Centre for Gerontological Studies at the University of Florida describes various research studies on aging in various cultures, including among the Inuit of the central Canadian Arctic. ( http://www.geron.ufl.edu/collingscca.htm ) | ||
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| Cognitive Psychology Laboratory | ||
| Visit the website of Duke University's cognitive psychology lab and read about research on selective attention and aging, and on neuroimaging and age-related cognitive changes. ( http://www.geri.duke.edu/cogpsych/projects.htm ) | ||
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| Timothy Salthouse's Research | ||
| The personal website of Timothy Salthouse, a leading expert on cognition and aging; describes his research interests and provides a list of selected publications. ( http://www.faculty.virginia.edu/cogage/members/salthouse.shtml ) | ||
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| Fredda Blanchard-Field's Research | ||
| The personal website of Fredda Blanchard-Fields, a leading expert on social cognition and aging; read about her research interests and publications. ( http://www.psychology.gatech.edu/blanchard_fields/grad/fredda/fredda.htm ) | ||
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| Dementia Web | ||
| Learn about counselling and diagnosis in dementia, drug guidelines, and the Dementia Research Group. ( http://dementia.ion.ucl.ac.uk ) | ||
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| Exploring Dementia | ||
| Read in-depth articles on various aspects of dementia at this website. ( http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/dementiawithlewybodies_doc.htm ) | ||
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| Dementia Research and Treatment | ||
| Connections to dementia research groups at a number of universities are provided. ( http://www.healthcyclopedia.com/dementia.html ) | ||
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| Dementia Caregivers | ||
| Steven Zarit, a leading researcher in the mental health of caregivers for the elderly, describes research on this topic. ( http://geron.psu.edu/papers.htm ) | ||
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| Alzheimer's.com | ||
| Extensive connections to Alzheimer's disease websites, including information about diagnosis, risk factors and prevention, treatments, and coping. ( http://www.mental-health-matters.com/alzheimer.html ) | ||
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| Alzheimer's Resources | ||
| Explore a number of resources for information about a wide range of Alzheimer's disease topics at this website. ( http://www.healthcyclopedia.com/alzheimers_disease.html ) | ||
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| Alzheimer's Disease and Education Center | ||
| This website is provided by the U.S National Institute of Aging. Many aspects of Alzheimer's disease are explained and you can find out about the referral of individuals who might possibly have Alzheimer's disease. ( http://www.alzheimers.org ) | ||
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| Alzheimer Society of Canada | ||
| The latest information of Alzheimer's Disease, related dementias, caregiving, support, research, treatment, and programs. ( http://www.alzheimer.ca ) | ||
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| Multi-Infarct Dementia | ||
| Explore the prognosis, treatment, and research being conducted on this dementia. ( http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/multi-infarctdementia_doc.htm ) | ||
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| National Parkinson Foundation | ||
| Read about recent research on Parkinson's disease, order publications on the disease, and find support groups online. ( http://www.parkinson.org ) | ||
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| World Parkinson Disease Association | ||
| Explores such topics as stages of the disease, new information about Parkinson's, and suggestions and tips for individuals with Parkinson's disease. ( http://www.wpda.org ) | ||
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| Resources for Parkinson's Disease | ||
| Extensive research information about diverse aspects of Parkinson's disease is provided at this website of the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. ( http://www.ninds.nih.gov/health_and_medical/disorders/parkinsons_disease.htm ) | ||
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| Stages in Parkinson's Disease | ||
| Five different stages of Parkinson's disease are outlined. Links to information about Parkinson's disease also are provided. ( http://neurosurgery.mgh.harvard.edu/pdstages.htm ) | ||
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