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Family caregivers in hard-to-reach communities are at greater risk of unequal access to health and social services. How can we support them?

Maintaining a healthy body composition is an important part of healthy aging. Research has found that a few different nutritional strategies may either keep you or get you on track.

Most Canadians eat out once a week or more, because it is more convenient, they don't have time, don't like to, or don't know how to cook. Some initiatives, such as collective kitchens, have been launched here and abroad to meet the nutritional, economical and social needs of people in the community.

There are many claims out there about the health benefits of dietary supplements, but not all claims are backed by evidence. Talk to your health care provider about which supplements may be beneficial to you.

Food not only nourishes the body, it helps maintain or rebuild the individual and social identity of older adults. Deteriorating health or any other change due to aging threatens the social context of food activities, which can lead to social isolation and an identity crisis.

No salt, no problem? Not exactly. Low-sodium salt substitutes may help lower blood pressure, but they are not safe for everyone.

More and more people are embracing the digital age. Those with chronic diseases have the option of turning to the plentiful supply of dietary mobile apps to better manage their health. While these apps hold promise, more work is needed to determine if they are safe and effective.

The harmful use of alcohol resulted in approximately three million deaths worldwide in 2016. Managed alcohol programs are a promising harm-reduction approach for people living with severe alcohol dependence who often experience homelessness or housing instability.

In recent years, we have seen an increase in extreme weather events. Are there mobile apps combining information about the health status of older adults with information about the environment outside their home (for example, extreme temperatures, icy conditions, or poor air quality)?

Combing exercise for both your brain and your body could be just what you need to keep your mind sharp as you age.

Going home from the hospital can be both an exciting and stressful time for patients and their caregivers. Make sure that you play an active role in planning your transition back home.

Ready to quit smoking? Find out which forms of nicotine replacement therapy give you the best shot at 'butting' out for good.

Many of people with dementia live in residential and long-term care facilities, but others are living at home with support from their caregivers. Despite the burden and distress of these caregivers, many do not use existing respite services.

Aspirin is one of the world’s most widely used drugs. Although for some time it was believed that aspirin helped prevent heart attacks, emerging research suggests that in adults without a history of heart disease, aspirin may do more harm than good.

A greater number of older adults are now living with HIV. Yet, knowledge of HIV and uptake of testing among Canadians over 50 is is still low.

Dementia is a major concern as we age. If you're hoping to fend off this devastating condition, based on current evidence, vitamin and mineral supplements may not be the answer.

The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development provides a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for the world. Learn about the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and what you can do to shape our world, now and into the future.

Ovarian cancer screening continues to not be recommended for women with no symptoms and at average risk of the disease.

Research evidence have demonstrated the positive effects of arts on older adults’ quality of life. Could the arts help to share information and knowledge related to aging?

For people with atrial fibrillation, newer blood thinners may be safer and more effective than older, more commonly prescribed medications.