Health and Wellness Archives

Feb 03

How Big Data is reshaping aging research and education

By Beth Newcomb Featured, Health and Wellness, Mitochondria, Research

Large amounts of data are powering new discoveries and transforming the field of gerontology — including the tools students need in the 21st century.

Jan 23

Realizing the opportunities that come with aging

By Beth Newcomb Featured, Health and Wellness, Lifespan Health

Individuals, businesses, and the media should recognize the power of older adults, says Paul Irving, chair of the Milken Institute Center for the Future of Aging and USC Leonard Davis distinguished scholar in residence.

Nov 25

Breaking generational barriers during the holiday season

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Featured, Health and Wellness, Intergenerational, Nutrition, Pop Culture, Research

Intergenerational gatherings can provide learning opportunities for all.

Nov 04

Nutrition or pathogen? Balancing healthy metabolism and stress resistance

By Beth Newcomb Featured, Health and Wellness, Research

Redirecting cells’ stress responses could strike a balance between defense against infections and long-term metabolic health, according to a new USC Leonard Davis study.

Oct 29

Resident Lorraine Beckenstein and Larissa Stepanians MS '01 embrace on a bench in a courtyard of the LA Jewish Home

Senior living: adapting to changing demographics and demands

By Beth Newcomb Alumni, Alzheimer's and Dementia, Demography, Featured, Health and Wellness

Three USC Leonard Davis alumni discuss upcoming trends and challenges for their communities and the senior living industry.

Oct 09

USC celebrates International Day of Older Persons

By USC Leonard Davis Communications Alzheimer's and Dementia, Community Service, Demography, Featured, Health and Wellness, Intergenerational, Lifespan Health, School Culture, Students

To mark the United Nations-created holiday, the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology led campus-wide events raising awareness of the opportunities and challenges related to our aging society.

Sep 13

National Suicide Prevention Week: Social connectedness makes a difference at all ages

By Beth Newcomb Caregiving, Demography, Featured, Health and Wellness, Lifespan Health

During National Suicide Prevention Week, Professor Elizabeth Zelinski discusses the need for better mental health supports for older adults.

Sep 09

Tiny region of the brainstem has big effects on brain aging

By Beth Newcomb Alzheimer's and Dementia, Featured, Health and Wellness, Lifespan Health, Research

Study of the locus coeruleus – the “blue spot” – has helped researchers know more about learning, memory and Alzheimer’s disease, says Professor Mara Mather.

Aug 12