Last month, while studying vitiligo (a condition in which the skin loses pigment in patches), European researchers discovered a piece of the explanation for why hair turns gray. Every hair cell makes hydrogen peroxide, and, over time, the amount accumulates, eventually blocking the synthesis of the normal pigment of the hair. This article points out that the role of other factors, such as stress (still considered folklore) and heredity, are yet to be determined. A major study in Sweden found no link between premature graying and shorter lifespan.

This article, along with its sidebar links, describes new technologies that are being devised and tried in the hopes of helping people remain at home and independent.

This BBC article discusses the possible benefits of drumming for mental and physical health and healing. After reading this article, check out too the others listed on that page (upper right-hand side) about use and benefits of music, from listening to music to making music, for patient recovery from a variety of health issues and medical procedures.