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Active aging in Pittsburgh: A guide for staying vibrant and engaged

Seniors and adults take a "rhythmic movement with chair" class at the Kingsley Association in East Liberty on June 14, 2024. (Jess Daninhirsch/PublicSource) Explore dance,...

Staying Stronger Longer: Addressing sarcopenia with exercise

Studies suggest women are prone to more muscle mass loss than men. Jamie Grill via Getty Images (NewsUSA) - Muscle health is just as important as...

Taking too many medications can pose health risks. Here’s how to avoid them

You shouldn’t hesitate to ask your doctor about the risks and benefits of each medication prescribed. Adobe Stock Photo by Caroline Sirois, Université Laval When we...

Heat waves can be deadly for older adults: An aging global population and rising temperatures mean millions are at risk

Older adults face health risks from high heat for many reasons, including medications. AP Photo/Manu Fernandez by Deborah Carr, Boston University; Enrica De Cian, Ca'...

Loss of muscle mass among elderly can lead to falls, and staying put during the pandemic doesn’t help

Studies suggest women are prone to more muscle mass loss than men. Jamie Grill via Getty Images by Roger Fielding, Tufts University This article was originally...

Addressing sarcopenia with a healthy diet

Weight training, along with low-impact aerobic activities and a good diet, can help stave off sarcopenia. Barry Austin via Getty Images (NewsUSA) - Age-related loss of...

Seniors: When you exercise your body, you can boost brain health, too

(BPT)—Physical fitness is important as you age, improving strength, flexibility and balance. Research shows that your morning stretch, daily walk or weekly fitness class...

Tips for staying active after age 65

(BPT)—It’s common to hear people say they feel overwhelmed by the idea of being physically active, and that they have no idea where to...

Kick up your heels – ballroom dancing offers benefits to the aging brain and could help stave off dementia

Getty Images by Helena Blumen, Albert Einstein College of Medicine The Research Brief is a short take about interesting academic work. The big idea Social ballroom dancing can...

Omicron makes booster shots more critical for medically vulnerable seniors

by Laurie Archbald-Pannone, University of Virginia People are understandably worn out, tired of thinking about COVID-19 and wanting to get back to a true normal. This...

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