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Healthy lifestyles and wellness

A proactive and preventive approach to our health is imperative. However, living a healthy lifestyle is not just about making conscious choices about nutrition, exercise, and self-management of health issues. Other factors, such as social status, education, literacy, and social supports, can impact our well-being. Browse the topics below to learn more about optimal aging practices and available programs and services to help us age well.

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Alcohol use

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Cancer prevention

Caregiving

Complementary and alternative medicine

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Exercise

Fall and injury prevention

Food safety and security

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Healthy weight

Literacy training

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Men's health

Mental wellbeing

Nutrition

Oral health

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Prevention behaviour and risk reduction

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Recreation

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Sexual health

Smoking

Social engagement

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Women's health

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