Senior citizens represented the fastest growing demographic worldwide. As indicated in the Year 2000 US Census, there were 35 million people 65 or older in the US and by 2030, it was estimated that there were about 70 million older adults in the US alone. With the older population growing rapidly and being increasingly exposed to computers and technology, it is important that they are aware of ...

multiple sclerosis (ms) is a life-long condition with a wide and varied range of symptoms which can have a profound impact on all aspects of a patient’s life including future plans, self-confidence, self-esteem, relationships, quality of life and employment prospects. living with ms can certainly be difficult and frustrating. over time, however, most people find ways to adapt and come to terms ...

Physical exercise has been said to be healthy for the heart even in patients with various forms of cardiac disease [1–5]. A recent study published online in the European Heart Journal suggested that already being fit during the transition from the teenage years into adulthood may protect against heart disease decades later [6]. Men who had lower aerobic fitness levels when they were examined be...

The mission of the National Concrete Pavement Technology Center is to unite key transportation stakeholders around the central goal of advancing concrete pavement technology through research, tech transfer, and technology implementation. The contents of this document reflect the views of the authors, who are responsible for the facts and the accuracy of the information presented herein. The opi...

The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore the characteristics of "quality of life" of younger residents in long-term care facilities. This multimethod study employed in-depth interviews with younger residents, focus groups with staff members and interviews with management team members at two care facilities in British Columbia, Canada. Data analysis revealed three themes: (a) a new c...