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The present study aimed to investigate the effects of a 6‐month multicomponent exercise program (MCEP) on functional, cognitive, and hemodynamic parameters of older Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) patients. Moreover, additional analyses were performed to evaluate if T2DM patients present impaired adaptability in response to physical exercise when ...
Hélio José Coelho Junior +10 more
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Purpose. The present study aimed to investigate the impact of a 6‐month multicomponent exercise program (MCEP) on physical function and cognitive parameters of normotensive (NTS) and hypertensive (HTS) older patients and verify if age can influence the adaptations in response to the exercise. Methods.
Hélio José Coelho Junior +7 more
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Idosos mais idosos: uma revisão da literatura
O objetivo é revisar os artigos científicos publicados nos últimos cinco anos sobre idosos longevos (≥80 anos) e identificar o perfil dessas publicações. Foi realizada uma revisão da literatura, utilizando-se a Biblioteca Virtual em Saúde. A busca resultou na seleção de 36 artigos nacionais e internacionais. Observou-se que a maioria dos estudos era do
Priscila De Paula Marques +6 more
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Objective. Analysis of bone mineral density (BMD) in the elderly and its associated factors according to sex. Methods. A cross‐sectional study is presented herein, with a random sample of 132 noninstitutionalized elderly people. Individuals who did not use diuretics were excluded.
Ellen Cristina de Sousa e Silva Araujo +3 more
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Objetivo: identificar o perfil do cuidador familiar de idosos dependentes em convívio domiciliar, no município de João Pessoa – PB, de acordo com as características sociodemográficas, informações referentes à demanda de cuidado e ao suporte de ajuda para
Fernandes, Maria das Graças Melo +1 more
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Mild cognitive impairment is a clinical condition more frequent in patients with Parkinson′s disease than in general population. The nonamnestic presentations, usually characterized by executive dysfunction, are most prevalent. We present a case report of a Parkinson’s disease patient diagnosed with nonamnestic mild cognitive impairment that showed ...
Jonas Jardim de Paula +8 more
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“Convivência” Groups: Building Active and Healthy Communities of Older Adults in Brazil
In old age, social groups can be a crucial component for health and well‐being. In 2009‐2010, a follow‐up survey was carried out in Florianópolis, Brazil to understand the impact of a variety of programs established since 2002 that were designed to enhance social activities among the older adult population.
Tânia R. Bertoldo Benedetti +4 more
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LRRK2 p.G2019S Mutation Is Not Common among Alzheimer’s Disease Patients in Brazil
Mutations in the leucine‐rich repeat kinase 2 (LRRK2) gene have emerged as a potential common cause for both sporadic and familial Parkinson’s Disease (PD) in different populations. The pleomorphic features exhibited by LRRK2 mutation carriers and the central role of Lrrk2 protein in the proper functioning of central nervous system suggest that ...
Cíntia Barros Santos-Rebouças +10 more
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The telecare and the elderly: new challenges for intersectoral cooperation [PDF]
Este estudo pretende identificar o perfil sociodemográfico do idoso que usufrui da teleassistência; conhecer a decisão, os benefícios e o uso da teleassistência pelo idoso e incentivar reflexões para a cooperação intersectorial. A partir de uma amostra
Novo, Rosa, Prada, Ana Raquel Russo
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ABSTRACT Objectives Male–male greetings have been described across many primate species, with varying forms and functions. Within Papio, their study has been of particular interest as baboons show variation in greeting, male–male cooperation, philopatry, and social systems.
Jana Muschinski
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