As populations age, the prevalence of sarcopenia-;a progressive loss of muscle mass and function-;has become an increasingly urgent public health concern. Sarcopenia increases the risk of falls and frailty, reduces the quality of life for older adults, and heightens the likelihood of requiring long-term care. Preventing sarcopenia is, therefore, crucial for alleviating this healthcare burden.
How Special Olympics kickstarted the push for better disability data
On July 1st, 1995, the world’s spotlight shone upon Yale’s football stadium in New Haven, Connecticut. It was the latest Special Olympics World Games, and
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