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I had hoped that the headaches would stop after menopause By Nancy Peckenham   Four days after my 70th birthday in March, my health took a deep dive south. I awoke with a headache, a familiar band of steel squeezing my skull. I’ve had recurring headaches for 50 years –…

For many, maintaining a healthy diet as we get older is a daily challenge. With nutritional needs that differ from our younger years and health challenges that need consideration, it’s no wonder some just throw up their hands and reach for whatever is handy and delicious (and often less than…

We’ve covered the important role of core exercises before, but it’s always valuable to update and underscore the essential role that core muscles play to keep you strong, stable, and capable of carrying out your daily activities. Thinking about your hips, pelvis, stomach, and lower back, those areas all have…

While aging itself is not a reason you’re at risk for falling, so many of the health and medical circumstances you face as an older adult do raise your risk. Consider some of these basic facts: From 1990-2021, there was a 182% increase in falls globally, with projections that the…

By Wally Klatch   Dementia destroys. Preparing for my demise has included planning and arranging all the steps that need to take place, so this won’t fall on my family. The way life (and death) works, I thought planning for my gravestone would be the end of this process. I was wrong….

By Lance A. Slatton   When caring for a loved one at home, especially as they age, it’s essential to balance safety with comfort and engagement. The goal is a home that not only minimizes risks but also feels inviting and supports well-being. Here’s a practical, human-centered guide with a…