Maintaining social connections, throughout the holidays and beyond, can help reduce feelings of loneliness and social isolation. So, while this holiday season may look a little different, we can still make the most of it and feel emotionally close to get through these challenging times.

As we get older, our sleep habits may change, but one thing remains the same – getting a good night’s sleep is important. While there is no magic number when it comes to the hours of sleep needed, lack of sleep can have negative consequences to our health and be a symptom of health problems such as neurodegenerative diseases and unhealthy weight (and sleep apnea that accompany unhealthy weight).

The holidays are a busy time of year often filled with many indulgences. While it is important to enjoy this time of year, there are a few ways you can keep your health a top priority and still enjoy the festive season.

When we think about exercise, we often think about the physical benefits it provides – stronger muscles, increased flexibility, better stability and more. But did you know, exercise can also have positive effects on your brain’s health?

Technology plays a big role in the evolving digital healthcare landscape and impacts almost every aspect of our life. Embracing new technologies can be to our benefit by enabling us to live a healthy lifestyle.

To prevent abuse from happening, it is important that older adults recognize signs of abuse and understand how to report it. Caregivers should also educate themselves on how to recognize signs of abuse and neglect, so they can help stop it from happening too.

Diabetes is one of the biggest global health crises of the 21st century, with over 420 million people living with the disease globally – a number that continues to rise. Type 2 diabetes is the most common type of diabetes, and those who live with it face a long-term battle. The good news is type 2 diabetes can be managed with a few approaches.

While you might think falling is a natural consequence of getting older, it is the result of several age-related factors including loss of muscle strength and balance. The good news is, falls can be prevented by adjusting your home environment, through exercises that promote strength and balance, and by being mindful about your foot health.

Physical activity is not only important for our physical health, but it also has immense benefits for our mental health. Read on for a few helpful suggestions on how to keep your body moving through the remaining weeks of fall and throughout the winter months.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, dedicated to driving awareness about prevention, detection, diagnosis, and treatment options. Whether you are a breast cancer survivor, know of someone fighting breast cancer, or simply want to educate yourself further about it, our evidence-based resources are a good place to start. Read on for information about overall lifestyle factors that contribute to your risk of developing cancer, screening, treatment options and more.

Over 4.7 million Canadians aged 50 years and older live with arthritis and while it is more common as you age, joint pain is not a normal part of aging. Learn more about evidence-based approaches for managing your arthritis and reducing symptoms.

Mental health and emotional well-being are critical considerations for our aging population. According to the World Health Organization, approximately 15% of adults aged 60 and over suffer from a mental disorder. Explore our resources below for more information about strategies you can use to treat, manage, and prevent depression and improve your mental well-being.

Early diagnosis of dementia is important for life planning, as well as for learning about and accessing the best available treatments. Supporting caregivers of loved ones with dementia is important as the emotional and physical demands can be enormous. Fortunately, there are multicomponent strategies that can be used to support family caregivers, allowing them to care for themselves while continuing to care for their loved ones.

Fall has officially arrived! Embrace the change in weather and all the beauty and fun it brings with these activities that can boost your well-being.

Whether actual or perceived, social isolation can have real impacts on the overall health and well-being of older adults. The good news is that there are several things you can do to decrease social isolation, such as engaging in social activities, optimizing your mobility, leaning on technology, and more.

In Canada, it is estimated that 1 in 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. The decision to be screened for any disease, including prostate cancer, should involve the weighing of the pros and cons, along with one’s personal risk factors and preferences, in collaboration with a health care professional.

Approximately 1 in 5 Canadians live with the pain of arthritis and more than half of them are under the age of 65. It is a complex disease with over 100 different types of arthritis that exist. Learn about evidence-based approaches for managing your arthritis and reducing symptoms.

For older adults living with dementia, or mild cognitive impairment, depression, anxiety, and agitation can arise due to the difficulty of learning new things, making decisions, loss of independence, and inabilities to complete daily activities. This can have implications on an individual’s quality of life. For caregivers and care professionals, finding opportunities to maintain or improve the quality of life of people living with this condition is a priority.

The global pandemic has had an impact on the economy and many countries are considering slowly raising the retirement age to help with recovery efforts by keeping older workers employed for longer. But is staying in the workforce longer a positive experience for older adults?

In Canada 1.1 million older adults use assistive technology to compensate for physical or cognitive limitations. However, despite the potential benefits of these technologies, there are some older adults who remain reluctant to use them. Whether you are a caregiver for an older adult, or you are curious about how an assistive device can help you, click through to read more.