It is important to remember that falling should not be considered inevitable, but there are many things you can do to keep your feet firmly planted on the ground. Incorporating exercises into your daily routine that involve some form of resistance training can help build flexibility. Maintaining foot health is also important, as older adults experience changes in muscle strength that can increase their risk of falling.

Immersive virtual reality allows users to experience a computer-generated environment as if it were real. This technology uses a headset that follows the user's head movements, creating a realistic sense of presence in a virtual world. Explore how immersive virtual reality can support the well-being of older adults.

People often mention the need to develop more intergenerational programs as they can positively affect people of all ages. The pandemic highlighted the social isolation of the elderly; however, intergenerational ties have been weakening for several decades.

Get your move on at home with the help of digital technology! Research shows benefits for physical function.

Walking is one of the easiest ways to stay active and has many positive benefits for our health. It can help to improve heart health, aid in stroke recovery, reduce pain and improve physical function. Whether it's already part of your routine, you’re looking for ways to change things up, or you need some convincing to get started, we have compiled some tips to help.

With over 10,000 mental health and wellness apps now available, how do you know where to start? Learn how to evaluate them and discover the top apps experts recommend with psychiatrist Dr. Anthony Levinson.

Each year, nearly 25,000 Canadians are hospitalized or die as a result of intentional self-harm. Self-harm is closely associated with suicide in older adults and may provide an opportunity for intervention to prevent suicide.

Eating a well-balanced, nutritious diet is an essential part of healthy aging. Nourishing our bodies with healthy, whole foods can help with everything from weight loss to improved mood and can help manage conditions like high blood pressure or diabetes and contribute to better heart health. We’ve broken down some ways diets can be beneficial, and which can help for specific purposes.

Living with dementia or caring for someone who is? Research highlights 3 more strategies for improving cognitive or psychological health.

Your oral health is essential to your overall health and should be prioritized as a part of your routine. Read more about ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy.

It is estimated that 80% of Canadians consume alcohol, and of those who drink, nearly six million are considered heavy drinkers. Canada’s alcohol consumption guidelines, developed by the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction, were recently updated and state that no amount of alcohol is considered safe and recommends that people consume no more than two standard drinks in a week.

Adjusting to a new home is not easy. Leaving your home, your memories and your habits is anxiety-provoking. Many fear having to rebuild everything elsewhere: create a new social network, develop a sense of belonging, maintain independence, find new activities. Do you believe that leisure can be a promising solution to help you adapt to a new home?

Can women lean on conservative treatments for urinary incontinence? Research highlights where the evidence lies for different options.

Delirium, sometimes called an acute confusional state, is a common and potentially serious condition. While it can happen to anyone, anywhere, it often occurs when someone is in the hospital.

Is there a health-related change you need or want to make? In this webinar recording, Dr. Diana Sherifali discusses how a ‘tiny habit’ approach can help people reach their health goals to manage or help to prevent chronic disease.

Learn about non-family intergenerational interventions and their impact on the social and mental well-being of young people and the elderly.

Whether for yourself or a loved one, consider incorporating more music into your everyday life and enjoy its many benefits.

From digestive to respiratory health, research highlights the potential benefits of probiotics.

Every year in Canada, March is Nutrition Month and aims to raise awareness about the importance of healthy eating while promoting meaningful nutrition conversations amongst Canadians. This year’s campaign theme, "Unlock the Potential of Food, " aims to inform Canadians of the benefits of good nutrition and healthy eating.

February is Preventative Health Awareness Month, a month-long initiative that aims to help inform Canadians about things they can do to keep themselves healthy at every age and stage of life. By taking preventative measures, the risk of developing chronic diseases could be lowered. Preventative health measures include things like making healthy lifestyle choices, taking care of your mental health, getting enough sleep, identifying risk factors for disease, and more.