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nostalgia improves health and outlook in seniors: 'now i have a goal'
while nostalgia is a past-oriented emotion, it has motivational consequences for healthy behaviours, like the anticipation and joy seniors experience when they visit or talk to loved ones.
karen hawthorne
aging
nov 18, 2024
“i'm interested in life. my trip to the netherlands brought me back. and my bond with my cousins is stronger than ever," jane somerton, second from left, says of her rekindled relationship with her family in the netherlands.

opinion: it’s time canada built cities and towns for an aging population
the eminent professor of geriatric medicine, bernard isaacs, said, “design for the young and you exclude the old; design for the old and you include the young.”
dr. stephanie hatzifilalithis, dr. rachel savage, dr. paula rochon
aging
aug 07, 2024
the benefits of age-friendly environments are vast, from sparking creativity to strengthening communities and reducing healthcare costs.

why new rsv vaccine recommendations are essential for seniors and long-term care facilities
advocates call for better access to rsv vaccinations for older populations across the country.
angelica bottaro
aging
aug 01, 2024
rsv vaccines can significantly reduce the risk of severe disease in older populations.

next-level health: aging at home – can our parents be techy?
in a world where nursing homes are becoming more expensive and more isolating for our loved ones, some people are turning to technology to keep them safer and closer to us.
andrew haller, phd, founder of healthstorecanada
aging
jul 29, 2024
in canada, 85 per cent of seniors would like to age in the homes and communities that they know, however, only 33 per cent would consider installing smart home technology.

want to slow down aging? move your body more, study says
the new study shows that exercise may be able to slow down the aging process in the brain regardless of whether you start at 20 or 50.
angelica bottaro
aging
jun 12, 2024
new research shows that if you want to slow down aging, you will have to get moving.

opinion: norcs have potential to improve health and wellness for all ages
by enhancing naturally occurring retirement communities, we have the ability to improve the social connections that reduce loneliness while addressing the impact of ageism.
dr. paula rochon, dr. rachel savage, jen recknagel
aging
may 16, 2024
creating opportunities for people to get together can have invaluable benefits for residents of all ages.

5 ways virtual reality is improving patient experiences and health outcomes
vr is taking fake worlds and turning them into real life improvements for a variety of people with various chronic diseases and conditions
angelica bottaro
technology
may 13, 2024
using vr in healthcare can help improve overall quality of life for those with chronic diseases.

forever young: 4 surprising ways to increase longevity
research continues to search for new ways to utilize the proverbial “fountain of youth” to extend life.
angelica bottaro
aging
apr 25, 2024
the act of enjoying music alone is great for mental health and feelings of well-being, but it’s also the connection to others and mental stimulation provided at a gig that proves to be beneficial for longevity.
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canadian society for exercise physiology
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canadian centre for caregiving excellence
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canadian digestive health foundation

nostalgia improves health and outlook in seniors: 'now i have a goal'
while nostalgia is a past-oriented emotion, it has motivational consequences for healthy behaviours, like the anticipation and joy seniors experience when they visit or talk to loved ones.
karen hawthorne
aging
nov 18, 2024
“i'm interested in life. my trip to the netherlands brought me back. and my bond with my cousins is stronger than ever," jane somerton, second from left, says of her rekindled relationship with her family in the netherlands.

opinion: it’s time canada built cities and towns for an aging population
the eminent professor of geriatric medicine, bernard isaacs, said, “design for the young and you exclude the old; design for the old and you include the young.”
dr. stephanie hatzifilalithis, dr. rachel savage, dr. paula rochon
aging
aug 07, 2024
the benefits of age-friendly environments are vast, from sparking creativity to strengthening communities and reducing healthcare costs.

why new rsv vaccine recommendations are essential for seniors and long-term care facilities
advocates call for better access to rsv vaccinations for older populations across the country.
angelica bottaro
aging
aug 01, 2024
rsv vaccines can significantly reduce the risk of severe disease in older populations.

next-level health: aging at home – can our parents be techy?
in a world where nursing homes are becoming more expensive and more isolating for our loved ones, some people are turning to technology to keep them safer and closer to us.
andrew haller, phd, founder of healthstorecanada
aging
jul 29, 2024
in canada, 85 per cent of seniors would like to age in the homes and communities that they know, however, only 33 per cent would consider installing smart home technology.
powered by
canadian society for exercise physiology

want to slow down aging? move your body more, study says
the new study shows that exercise may be able to slow down the aging process in the brain regardless of whether you start at 20 or 50.
angelica bottaro
aging
jun 12, 2024
new research shows that if you want to slow down aging, you will have to get moving.

opinion: norcs have potential to improve health and wellness for all ages
by enhancing naturally occurring retirement communities, we have the ability to improve the social connections that reduce loneliness while addressing the impact of ageism.
dr. paula rochon, dr. rachel savage, jen recknagel
aging
may 16, 2024
creating opportunities for people to get together can have invaluable benefits for residents of all ages.

5 ways virtual reality is improving patient experiences and health outcomes
vr is taking fake worlds and turning them into real life improvements for a variety of people with various chronic diseases and conditions
angelica bottaro
technology
may 13, 2024
using vr in healthcare can help improve overall quality of life for those with chronic diseases.

forever young: 4 surprising ways to increase longevity
research continues to search for new ways to utilize the proverbial “fountain of youth” to extend life.
angelica bottaro
aging
apr 25, 2024
the act of enjoying music alone is great for mental health and feelings of well-being, but it’s also the connection to others and mental stimulation provided at a gig that proves to be beneficial for longevity.
powered by
canadian centre for caregiving excellence
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