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There’s no side-stepping the issue — physical movement is an essential part of healthy aging, and walking is one of the easiest and most accessible strategies for moving each day. We’ve long promoted walking — be it leisurely or more intense, slower or faster, fewer or more steps. Different walking…

The recent stroke suffered by Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy underscores both the prevalence of strokes and their rise in occurrence in younger adults. Estimates are that over 800,000 Americans have a stroke each year. At age 53 and seemingly in good health, Senator Murphy first felt the onset of arm…

If you’re on your own as an older adult, you’re definitely not alone. The trend of “solo aging” among older adults continues. While the number of solo seniors continues to rise (with estimates that roughly 12.5 million people over 50 are living alone), it’s not clear that the professionals who…

By Kathleen Murphy Especially for older adults, putting your worries on paper unleashes a host of health benefits – from boosting your mood to clarifying your decision-making   After the death of her mother from lung cancer, author Cheryl Strayed struggled with deep grief. She floundered through drugs, promiscuity, and…

We’re approaching that time of year when cold, dry air and wintry conditions can do a real number on your skin. Already as an older adult, your skin (considered the most visible “biomarker for how we’re aging on the inside) has likely lost some of its lustre, with dryness, visible…

The good news about the health benefits of coffee remains strong. By and large, the evidence continues to support a daily coffee habit as beneficial to your health. As Scientific American magazine recently summed it up, “In 2026 alone, studies across disciplines have found that coffee could reduce dementia risk,…