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September 2020

As a method of novel coronavirus disease transmission suppression and an attempt to reduce the risk of infection, social restrictions remain active in the majority of the United States. Such measures have isolated many older adults at home, leaving them with limited contact and social interaction for the duration of the outbreak. As evidenced by global statistics revealing higher death rates among this demographic, the COVID-19 pandemic has been disproportionately affecting older adults putting them at an increased risk of not only poor clinical outcomes but also mental health complications.

May 2020

The COVID-19 outbreak has not only disrupted daily life across the globe, but the contemporary healthcare model as well, with an urgently needed shift to digital medical solutions. Federal regulations are changing continuously, insurance coverage has greatly expanded, and the use of telemedicine is growing at a tremendous rate. As part of the battle against the novel coronavirus pandemic, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have expanded access to Medicare telehealth services on a temporary and emergency basis and lessened HIPAA enforcement. These updates offer program beneficiaries - many of whom are at an increased risk for serious COVID-19 illness - a safe, alternative model of care in the form of a wider range of remote services.

June 2020

In the battle against the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak sweeping across the globe, healthcare workers are the frontline fighters saving countless lives with their tireless efforts. Grueling hours, equipment shortages, increasing patient needs, and dangerous working conditions on top of already demanding job requirements are contributing to unprecedented levels of physician burnout at this time. The challenges coming up as a result of the pandemic devastating healthcare systems across the globe is an extension of a greater, long-term problem within the healthcare system that must be addressed.

May 2020

While the surge in online medicine has increased accessibility, allowed greater flexibility, and helped medical practices remain operational at this time, the rapid expansion of telemedicine presents its own set of risks. Data privacy, online patient safety concerns, and other cybersecurity threats are on the rise, as the pandemic has many emerging telemedicine solutions entering the market before proper vetting and without proven safety records. Healthcare professionals must remain aware of and alert to the multitude of cybersecurity concerns threatening their online practice; following some of the telehealth IT security best practices below can help practitioners better protect themselves and their patients.

July 2020

In recent years, the scientific community has been increasingly focused on a rarely recognized yet widely prevalent condition that contributes to an array of diseases - chronic inflammation. Although it may progress slowly, it is the root cause of most chronic diseases and poses a significant threat to public health and longevity. To delay and support healthy aging while protecting the body from illness, medical experts continue to investigate the prominent role of chronic inflammation and its implications on the development of anti-aging therapies.

July 2020

While the average life-expectancy for humans continues to increase, a longer life span has been tied to an uptick in age-related disease and impairment across the globe. As a result of a declining immune system, the growing elderly population is more prone to infectious diseases - including influenza and COVID-19. The high level of care and involvement required to maintain the health of these patients is bearing a growing burden on the healthcare system spurring research efforts in the field of human longevity.

June 2020

Protecting neurological function can be made possible through the growing identification of risk factors for neurodegeneration during the aging process and can help inform new preventative protocols for dementia and cognitive decline. The latest data suggest an association between living in a disadvantaged neighborhood and developing brain atrophy or experiencing a decrease in the number of brain cells or connections over time.

June 2020

The recent rise in telemedicine use has taken the patient-provider relationship online, offering a platform for clinicians to continue delivering care while ensuring patient health and safety by mitigating unnecessary risk of COVID-19 exposure. For some healthcare practitioners this may be their first encounter with digital care services, and they may be wondering how social distancing guidelines are going to affect the industry as a whole and more specifically, their connection with patients. Although it cannot replace in-person medical care, with the help of the following best practices telehealth can be used to augment the experience by providing an opportunity for building and maintaining consistent, long-lasting relationships and expanded accessibility to care.

May 2020

As the population enters another month of social distancing and self-isolation, it is becoming increasingly important for individuals to prioritize their physical, mental, and emotional health. The so-called "new normal" many find themselves living in has been characterized by heightened stress levels, long work hours, increased feelings of loneliness and hopelessness, as well as a persisting need to support and care for loved ones. During such an overwhelming time, it is important to take the necessary self-care measures that can work to mitigate negative emotional and physical responses to the pandemic.

July 2020

The seven human sirtuins (SIRT 1-7) have been strongly correlated with human longevity due to their connection with metabolic function, aging, and the development of age-related diseases. In recent years, the protein SIRT1 has received the most attention due to its influence on gene regulation, genomic stability, and energy metabolism, garnering interest among the scientific community as a potentially viable pharmacologic therapy for the prevention of several health conditions. Emerging evidence suggests that the compound resveratrol may be able to replicate the health benefits of estrogen, protecting against certain age-related diseases such as metabolic syndrome and Alzheimer's disease.