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Summer has officially arrived. With the warmer weather and longer days, there are many opportunities to get outside and increase your physical activity. Read more below about fun summertime exercise ideas to increase your physical and social activity and tips for staying sun smart while outdoors.

Abuse and neglect of older adults can take many forms: physical, psychological, sexual, or financial. Whether you are an older adult or caregiver, resources exist to help you deal with abuse. We have compiled some helpful resources to help you recognize abuse, better understand the risk factors and types of elder abuse, understand risks and benefits of interventions and more.

Aging in place means older adults are able to stay in their residence of choice for as long as they are able, and often requires careful planning to adapt to changing needs. Whether you’re planning for your future or considering the best option for a family member or friend, we’ve compiled some helpful resources to support your decision-making process.

Our oral health is an important part of our overall well-being and it is important to make it a priority by following a dental hygiene routine and seeing your dentist regularly. Read more about the importance of good oral care and how to maintain it.

A new study by Statistics Canada showed that seniors are less active now than they were in 1986. Are you looking to increase your physical and social activity? Click through to read our resources to get you on the right path.

May 17, 2018 is World Hypertension Day. Modifying your lifestyle by making improvements to your diet and increasing your physical activity may help to lower your blood pressure. Read more about what you can do to manage high blood pressure.

Over 1.8 million people over the age of 60 are living with a mental health illness in Canada. Read through our resources below to learn more about the many things you can do to look after your mental health.

Technology is an important and growing part of our lives; it is helping make day-to-day tasks easier and keeping us more connected than ever before. Learn more about how recent advances in technology are helping to enhance our lives as we age.

Our work roles can help to define who we are. While many look forward to retirement, not all of us have considered what we’ll do with our new-found free time. We've compiled some helpful resources to help you plan.

April is Daffodil Month, a time in which Canadians are encouraged to support the fight against cancer. While the fight never truly stops, it is a great time to look at the latest in evidence-informed information on the topic and consider how to reduce our cancer risk.

With both an aging population and an increase in treatment options, it is important for all of us to think about how we approach end-of-life planning, care and communication. Read through our helpful resources to get you thinking about your end-of-life wishes.

As our population ages, and a greater number of older adults want to remain at home for as long as they can, the role of the caregiver has become vital. In honour of Family Caregiver Day, we have compiled some helpful evidence-based resources for caregivers.

Our sleep habits may change as we get older but a good night’s sleep is always important. Lack of sleep can affect quality of life and also be a symptom of health problems.

Spring is finally here. With the change in seasons comes an opportunity to make adjustments in your daily life.

Healthy aging involves supporting both the brain and body. We've compiled a list of resources to help you.

Proper nutrition helps maintain strength, mobility and a good quality of life. It’s never too late to make better food choices. Read our evidence-based resources to help you get started.

Hearing loss may affect our social interactions and even place us at risk for other health problems, like falls. Read on to learn what you can do to solve your hearing problems.

Walking speed is a reflection of health and fitness and is a good predictor of how long and well you may live. Read more about the many benefits walking provides.

February is heart month - there’s no better time to learn more about how to protect your heart health! Read more (and share) our heart health resources.

To help stop the spread of the flu, make sure to: cover coughs and sneezes; wash your hands well with soap and water; and read our evidence-based information!