“Co-housing” is a housing option for older adults aimed at helping them maintain their independence, ensure their security, and maintain an active social and community life. Learn more about co-housing to know if this model resonates with your values and can meet your needs.

There are several factors that contribute to your overall heart health including exercise, diet, and overall lifestyle. We have compiled the latest evidence-based resources on five key areas below to help you maintain a healthy heart as you age.

For years, Tylenol has been a go to treatment option for both patients with knee and hip osteoarthritis and their health care providers. But new research calls into question how effective this treatment option is.

While medical advancements have improved treatment options for many types of cancers, it still remains one of the leading causes of death in North America. The good news is, lifestyle choices can reduce your risk of cancer.

A large number of grandparents are the primary caregiver of their grandchildren. While raising your grandchildren may be one of the most rewarding experiences, some grandparents may require additional social support to effectively play their role.

Yesterday was Bell’s tenth annual Let’s Talk Day, an initiative that aims to raise awareness about mental health by encouraging people to share their personal stories. The campaign serves as an important reminder that mental health and wellbeing matter at every age.

The Paleo diet encourages us to eat like our hunter-gatherer ancestors. While “going Paleo” may help with certain risk factors for heart disease, the jury is still out on these benefits and questions around safety remain.

Winter weather often brings slippery conditions due to snow, slush and ice, which can make falls more likely. While this may create minor hazards for some, for older adults falls can have devastating consequences.

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

Technology is a major part of our lives and is engrained in many of our daily activities. From wearable devices, to mobile apps, smartphones and tablets, there are more ways than ever before to stay connected and manage your health goals.

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.

People are eager to start the new year off on the right foot by eating well in a bid to lose weight and improve their health. With an abundance of diets out there, there is no shortage of options available. But do popular diets really work?

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.

Whether you are setting new goals or maintaining the ones you’ve already been achieving, we’ve compiled the latest evidence in areas such as diet, exercise, the arts and more to guide you.

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.

For older adults, the fear of falling may prevent them from wanting to go outside. Whether at home, or at your local community centre, there are many activities you can do indoors. We have rounded up a few articles to inspire 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.

In recent years, it seems as though there has been an increase in extreme weather events. Older adults are more likely to be vulnerable when these events take place because of health and social factors like chronic conditions and social isolation. ​

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

The ways in which criminals try to fraudulently get your money continue to expand as they create new tactics to trick people into providing confidential information. Older adults – who may have significant savings later in life – are frequently the target of these activities.