Executive summary Around the world, populations are ageing at a faster pace than in the
past and this demographic transition will have effects on all aspects of societies. In May …

Background falls and fall-related injuries are common in older adults, have negative effects
on functional independence and quality of life and are associated with increased morbidity …

Abstract Summary The National Osteoporosis Guideline Group (NOGG) has revised the UK
guideline for the assessment and management of osteoporosis and the prevention of …

The human ageing process is universal, ubiquitous and inevitable. Every physiological
function is being continuously diminished. There is a range between two distinct phenotypes …

Abstract Fragala, MS, Cadore, EL, Dorgo, S, Izquierdo, M, Kraemer, WJ, Peterson, MD, and
Ryan, ED. Resistance training for older adults: position statement from the national strength …

The early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic have focused on containing SARS-CoV-2
infection and identifying treatment strategies. While controlling this communicable disease is …

Background Exercise prevents falls in older adults. Regular updates of estimated effects of
exercise on falls are warranted given the number of new trials, the increasing number of …

Aging is the progressive deterioration at the cellular, tissue, and organ level that leads to
loss of homeostasis, decreased ability to adapt to internal or external stimuli, and increased …

Exercise and physical activity can improve bone strength and the risk of falls, which may
offer benefits in the prevention and management of osteoporosis. However, uncertainty …

In this special issue of BioMed Research International, the focus is on lifestyle and in
particular physical activity (PA) as a driver for a healthy and long life for older people. As …