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Improved hearing aid technology also benefits economy

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — New technology that dramatically improves the effectiveness of hearing aids stands to help millions of Americans suffering from hearing loss, says a University of Florida professor whose research helped to develop the product.

Filed under Aging, Business, Economic Impact, Florida, Health, Research on Thursday, October 15, 2009.

UF to receive $29.5 million in Recovery Act funds to begin study of whether exercise prevents disability in older adults

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — The University of Florida will receive $29.5 million in federal stimulus funds over the next two years from the National Institute on Aging to begin a six-year study on whether a program of structured physical activity can prevent or delay major movement disability in older adults.

Filed under Aging, Health, Research on Thursday, October 1, 2009.