Polymorphic variation in the human myostatin (GDF-8) gene and association with strength measures in the Women's Health and Aging Study II cohort

Article Abstract:

Research presented concerns the genetic aspects of skeletal muscle loss in old age, focusing on the role of the human myostatin gene in this process. Findings link the R153 allele with lower muscle strength in otherwise high-functioning aged women.

Statistical Data Included, Genetic aspects, Muscle strength

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Association between reduced heart rate variability and cognitive impairment in older disabled women in the community: women's health and aging Study I

Article Abstract:

A study examining the relation between reduced heart rate variability, an indication of cardiac autonomic function, and cognitive impairment, in elderly women, is presented.

Health aspects, Analysis, Heart beat, Heart rate, Cognition disorders, Cognitive disorders

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Association between mild anemia and executive function impairment in community-dwelling older women: the women's health and aging study II

Article Abstract:

A study on linkage between mild anemia and community-dwelling older women's executive function impairment is presented.

Brazil, Psychological aspects, Anemia, Cognition

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