Extending the body’s expiration date may involve the ends of the chromosomes
Scientists may have found a strategy to achieve the science-fictional greeting “Live long and prosper.” In his lab at Baylor
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Aging
A worm’s lessons for living a longer, healthier life
Caenorhabditis elegans is a seemingly unimpressive worm. It is as long as a penny is thick, it lives in the
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Alternative splicing is crucial to muscle mass maintenance
Despite the importance that changes in muscle mass have in aging, overall body metabolism and in chronic disease, we still
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Image of the Month: Lipid droplets in the transparent worm C. elegans
Meet Caenorhabditis elegans, a 1-millimeter-long, transparent, free-living roundworm that is the center of attention of many research laboratories around the
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New technology helps those with hearing loss stay connected
In an increasingly fast-paced and technology-based world, people with hearing loss have struggled with staying connected to those around them
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What causes hearing loss?
Suffering from hearing loss can be a painful experience for both you and your loved ones. Your first question might
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Strategies for effective listening and communication
Hearing loss can be debilitating to an individual’s ability to communicate. It can impact everyday life and cause feelings of
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Alcohol use and seniors: What you should know
Gifting your elderly loved one a bottle of wine may be a thoughtful gesture, but alcohol could adversely affect them
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Tips for taking care of your hearing aid
Have you ever wondered if you are managing your hearing aid correctly? Neidre Wilson, hearing aid technician with Audiology Services
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Occupational therapists: Committed to improving the quality of life
Ever wonder what exactly an occupational therapist does? Helen Cohen, Ed.D., a professor and occupational therapist in otolaryngology at Baylor
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