Frail older adults have significant care needs, and often rely heavily on caregivers to support them. Despite their crucial role, support for caregivers is often lacking or inconsistently available.

If you’re thinking of transitioning to retirement, or are already retired, you may want to think about what meaningful roles you could play in your new life as a retiree. Many older adults go back to school or enrol in online courses to learn something new.

For people with chronic heart failure, exercise can be an important ally. Staying active is a good way to improve both your physical functioning and quality of life.

Vitamin D is important to the development of dense, healthy bones, as it makes it possible for our bodies to absorb much-needed calcium. Research has also suggested that it may lower average blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes and ward off respiratory infections in some people.

Though most people gamble safely for entertainment, there is an emerging concern about gambling-related harms among some individuals and communities. There is a need to consider what changes could be made to reduce gambling-related harms and better support those at risk of problem-gambling behaviours.

Driving is a complex task, regardless of age, but can become more difficult as you get older as your psychomotor, visual and cognitive skills slowly decrease. The good news is there are many new automotive technologies that have emerged to help improve safety and comfort for older drivers. To learn more about driving as you age, read on.

Drinking alcohol puts you at a significantly higher risk of complications post-surgery. Intensive strategies that curb alcohol intake in the period leading up to surgery may improve how well you come out on the other side.

Whether you are actively using technology in your everyday life, or just starting to introduce new technologies into your life, read more about the ways in which different technologies can help you lead a healthier life.

Parents of children with intellectual disabilities must sometime provide ongoing care for their children, even during adulthood. These parents face significant challenges, including planning for their children's future care arrangements while anticipating their own aging and death.

The nicer summer weather is a great excuse to get outdoors and enjoy what mother nature has to offer. It is also a great time to do more of the activities you love, like walking, swimming, gardening and exercises like tai chi that can be done outdoors. Read more to learn about the several health benefits associated with many outdoor activities.

Many women experience hot flashes and night sweats during menopause. If you are suffering from your own personal heat wave, find comfort in the fact that there are options available to help cool you down.

As the population ages and the number of older adults increases, the amount of elder abuse is expected to rise too. Abuse can take many forms, including physical, psychological, sexual or financial abuse. The first step in dealing with it is to understand how to recognize that it is happening. We have compiled the latest resources to help you.

Automotive technologies are evolving rapidly. New so-called ‘smart’ technologies facilitating driving have emerged and are now increasingly available in vehicles. But what does research tell us about the impact of these smart technologies on older drivers?

June is Senior’s Month, a time to recognize and celebrate older adults. While we celebrate seniors in our community, and their many contributions and achievements, Seniors’ Month also serves as an opportunity to generate increased awareness of the health and social issues that impact older adults.

For people with knee osteoarthritis, living pain-free may seem a distant dream. The ancient practice of acupuncture may offer a way for people to reduce their pain and get back to their daily routine.

An active lifestyle decreases your risk of chronic conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and cancer. It can even help improve things like balance. Read on to learn more about what the research says about the benefits of various forms of exercise.

Many older adults are unable to make decisions on their own, and do not have a family member or friend who can be their guardian, representative, or substitute decision-maker. These individuals are sometimes called ‘elder orphans’ or ‘unbefriended elders’. The limited body of research evidence paints a grim picture of these older adults, particularly in terms of their poor quality of life.

Most people know smoking is bad for you, but just how bad is it? Tobacco use is the single greatest avoidable risk factor for death due to lung cancer, and roughly 80% of lung cancers could be prevented if smoking was eliminated. Did you know that some of the benefits of not smoking occur within days of quitting? It is never too late to reap the benefits, and there are many strategies you can use to help you quit smoking for good.

Recent research on climate change and rapid urbanization predicts an increase in the intensity and frequency of natural disasters. In order to be better prepared should a natural disaster occur, we must understand the risks in our area and prepare a plan based on them.

Looking for ways to ward off acute respiratory tract infections? Vitamin D3 supplements may be your answer to helping prevent these unwelcome events.