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Dr. Dae Hyun Kim Promoted to Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School
Harvard’s highest academic rank recognizes Dr. Kim’s extraordinary contributions to research, teaching, clinical care, and mentorship in aging
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Shared Genes May Influence Both Artery Calcification and Bone Density
Study finds shared genetic signals may help explain the connection between heart and bone health
- Biomarkers and Genetics
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Study Finds Long-Term Blood Thinner Use Reduces Clot Recurrence and Mortality
Anticoagulant use is associated with a clear overall benefit for patients.
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Artificial Intelligence Detects Early Signs of Aging from Chest X-Rays
New study finds deep learning model predicts heart, lung, and frailty changes more accurately than DNA-based aging clocks.
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Post-Surgery Delirium Speeds Memory Decline in Older Adults, Study Finds
Delirium after hip fracture surgery is associated with faster cognitive decline — even among patients with no prior memory problems.
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Study Links Diabetes Drugs to Slower Frailty Progression in Older Adults
SGLT-2 inhibitors like Jardiance and GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are associated with slower frailty progression in older adults with type 2 diabetes.
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Dr. Chan Mi Park’s Study Recognized by Anaesthesia as a Top 10 Paper From 2024
Findings emphasize the value of frailty screening before before heart surgery.
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Ultra-Processed Food Consumption Linked to Declines in Physical Function in Older Adults
Framingham Heart Study finds UPF consumption associated with slower gait in older adults, weaker grip strength in men.
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Sandra Shi MD, MPH, Named 2025 STAT Wunderkind
Dr. Shi honored for early-career research that uses data to improve care for older adults.
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New Studies Confirm Body Mass Index and Family History Are Two Key Predictors of Fracture Risk
Study findings offer opportunities to improve accuracy in bone health assessments.
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