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5 Tips To Help Seniors Stay Healthy

Encourage seniors to stay fit and healthy by maintaining healthy habits, introducing new ones, and spending time outdoors.
Promote good nutrition through a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and fiber to prevent or control illnesses like high blood pressure, heart disease, and obesity.
Encourage seniors to stay active through regular walks, hikes, swimming, or water aerobics to prevent diseases like heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, and cancer.
Ensure seniors do not exercise alone to reduce the risk of falls which they become more susceptible to as they age.

A busy dad who got fit at 75 is now 96 and cycles daily. He shared 3 tips for getting into exercise at any age.

It's never too late to start working out; even seniors can see health benefits from regular exercise.

Strong at any age: Readers 65 and up share their favorite fitness routines

Older Angelenos are finding creative and unique ways to stay active, reflecting a shift in fitness routines and lifestyles with age.

5 Tips To Help Seniors Stay Healthy

Encourage seniors to stay fit and healthy by maintaining healthy habits, introducing new ones, and spending time outdoors.
Promote good nutrition through a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, and fiber to prevent or control illnesses like high blood pressure, heart disease, and obesity.
Encourage seniors to stay active through regular walks, hikes, swimming, or water aerobics to prevent diseases like heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, and cancer.
Ensure seniors do not exercise alone to reduce the risk of falls which they become more susceptible to as they age.

A busy dad who got fit at 75 is now 96 and cycles daily. He shared 3 tips for getting into exercise at any age.

It's never too late to start working out; even seniors can see health benefits from regular exercise.

Strong at any age: Readers 65 and up share their favorite fitness routines

Older Angelenos are finding creative and unique ways to stay active, reflecting a shift in fitness routines and lifestyles with age.
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#social-isolation

Record numbers of seniors living alone could be prone to isolation

Over 16 million older Americans live alone, exposing them to serious health and social challenges.

As seniors age in place, pets could encourage health and friendship

Older homeowners prefer to age in place; pets can alleviate loneliness but also introduce housing challenges.

Record numbers of seniors living alone could be prone to isolation

Over 16 million older Americans live alone, exposing them to serious health and social challenges.

As seniors age in place, pets could encourage health and friendship

Older homeowners prefer to age in place; pets can alleviate loneliness but also introduce housing challenges.
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The Life-Threatening Fall: Expect One If You're 65 or Older

Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths in those 65+; understanding their causes is key to prevention.
Over 25% of seniors will fall annually, necessitating urgent attention toward comprehensive fall prevention strategies.
#cycling

The Best Electric Bikes for Senior Women

Ebikes offer a safe and accessible way for senior women to stay active and healthy through cycling.

Cycling Tips for Senior Citizens: Staying Safe and Active on Two Wheels

Cycling is beneficial for seniors, offering a low-impact way to stay active and healthy.

The Best Electric Bikes for Senior Women

Ebikes offer a safe and accessible way for senior women to stay active and healthy through cycling.

Cycling Tips for Senior Citizens: Staying Safe and Active on Two Wheels

Cycling is beneficial for seniors, offering a low-impact way to stay active and healthy.
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#affordability

This Midwestern State Was Named the Best Place to Retire in the U.S. for Senior Well-being - and It Has Low Cost of Living, Too

Midwestern states are becoming popular retirement destinations due to affordability, community, and health benefits, particularly in Wisconsin.

Who should, and shouldn't, sign up for the new Medicare Prescription Payment Plan

The Medicare Prescription Payment Program (M3P) offers a solution to high drug costs for beneficiaries, but may not be suitable for everyone.

This Midwestern State Was Named the Best Place to Retire in the U.S. for Senior Well-being - and It Has Low Cost of Living, Too

Midwestern states are becoming popular retirement destinations due to affordability, community, and health benefits, particularly in Wisconsin.

Who should, and shouldn't, sign up for the new Medicare Prescription Payment Plan

The Medicare Prescription Payment Program (M3P) offers a solution to high drug costs for beneficiaries, but may not be suitable for everyone.
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#wellness-expo

Second annual Senior Health and Wellness Expo promotes services and resources for aging adults - QNS

The Senior Health and Wellness Expo provided valuable resources and services to older adults, emphasizing community engagement and adapting outreach methods.

Flushing Health and Wellness Expo to offer free screenings and resources for Queens seniors - QNS

The Senior Health & Wellness Expo offers essential health services and educational resources for seniors.

Second annual Senior Health and Wellness Expo promotes services and resources for aging adults - QNS

The Senior Health and Wellness Expo provided valuable resources and services to older adults, emphasizing community engagement and adapting outreach methods.

Flushing Health and Wellness Expo to offer free screenings and resources for Queens seniors - QNS

The Senior Health & Wellness Expo offers essential health services and educational resources for seniors.
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For Many Older New Yorkers, Home-Delivered Meals Offer More Than Food

Older adults face increased food insecurity due to fixed incomes and rising living costs, with meal delivery services crucial for their well-being.
#healthy-aging

A personal trainer whose clients include 90 year olds shares her biggest tip for staying strong and healthy

Strength training is essential for older adults to maintain health and quality of life as they age.

We Asked Doctors To Reveal The One Thing They Wish Their Older Patients Would Do

Seniors should focus on fiber, protein, vitamin D, and hydration for optimal health.

A personal trainer whose clients include 90 year olds shares her biggest tip for staying strong and healthy

Strength training is essential for older adults to maintain health and quality of life as they age.

We Asked Doctors To Reveal The One Thing They Wish Their Older Patients Would Do

Seniors should focus on fiber, protein, vitamin D, and hydration for optimal health.
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3 months ago

8 Best Stretching Exercises for Seniors

Stretching is crucial for seniors to enhance flexibility, circulation, and overall quality of life, reducing discomfort and improving health.

Aging in place seen as leading social barrier' by seniors: study

Aging in place is a leading social barrier to health and well-being among seniors in America.
#polypharmacy

Are You Taking Too Many Medications? How to Trim Your Prescription List

Polypharmacy is a growing issue among seniors, with many taking five or more medications, leading to medication overload.
The siloed medical system and lack of communication between doctors contributes to polypharmacy and the potential for adverse drug interactions.

Are You Taking Too Many Medications? How to Trim Your Prescription List

Polypharmacy is a growing issue among seniors, with many taking five or more medications, leading to medication overload.
The siloed medical system and lack of communication between doctors contributes to polypharmacy and the potential for adverse drug interactions.

Are You Taking Too Many Medications? How to Trim Your Prescription List

Polypharmacy is a growing issue among seniors, with many taking five or more medications, leading to medication overload.
The siloed medical system and lack of communication between doctors contributes to polypharmacy and the potential for adverse drug interactions.

Are You Taking Too Many Medications? How to Trim Your Prescription List

Polypharmacy is a growing issue among seniors, with many taking five or more medications, leading to medication overload.
The siloed medical system and lack of communication between doctors contributes to polypharmacy and the potential for adverse drug interactions.
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Are You Taking Too Many Medications? How to Trim Your Prescription List

Polypharmacy is a growing issue among seniors, with many taking five or more medications, leading to medication overload.
The siloed medical system and lack of communication between doctors contributes to polypharmacy and the potential for adverse drug interactions.
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