Aging Well

Nothing slows the hands of time. How can we stay healthy AND get better as we age? Check out these aging well insights.

7 ways occupational therapy helps people live more fully

Here’s how OT empowers people of all ages with an illness, injury or delay.
Use microsteps to build healthier habits

Focus on those little actions you are able and willing to do.
Here’s what to do with expired or unused medications

It’s a healthy practice to clean out old meds once or twice a year.
Why keep a list of your medications handy

In an emergency situation, it could be a life-saver.
4 Tips to proactively care for your heart

Consider these steps to help you or a loved one prevent a heart attack.
Make time for a colonoscopy: it could save your life

Colonoscopies are one of the only types of screenings that can find and prevent cancer.
3 reasons to get your annual checkup

Seeing your doctor once a year is an important step to make your health a priority.
Which of these cancer screenings should you get?

Are you missing a screening? Talk with your doctor about catching up.
Annual Medicare wellness: Have you booked yours this year?

What to know about this special visit to work with your PCP on health goals.
5 tips for setting realistic health goals in 2026

Ready to adopt better habits? Here’s how to plan for your success.
Empower your next PCP visit: 7 things to consider

PCPs are your health advocate. Partner with yours for better health and well-being.
Holiday survival guide for family caregivers

Here are ideas to help when you’re caring for aging or ailing loved ones.
6 proven ways to relieve chronic pain in fall weather

Weather changes can affect chronic pain. Try these proven strategies to find relief.
COVID and RSV vaccines: Important protection for anyone 65 or older

Updated vaccines offer extra protection for older adults during cold and flu season.
Lonely? 12 ways to connect with older family and friends

Reaching out to others can help you both.
Inflammation: An underlying cause of many conditions

5 ways to reduce the harmful effects of this fiery concern.
6 strategies to slow bone loss and prevent osteoporosis

Make these simple changes to keep your bones healthy
Over 65 and achy? See how joint surgery could make you feel like new

Surgeon outlines improvements that help people get back quicker to what they enjoy.
Have high cholesterol? Try 3 practical ways to manage it

More than 86 million Americans have this risk factor for heart disease and stroke.
Sciatica: A literal pain in the rear end

Signs of sciatica include sharp pain in the legs, back and glutes.
Would you be ready to decide someone’s healthcare?

By default, you could be the one to make healthcare decisions for a loved one. Do you know what they’d want?
Making smart healthcare choices

Things to consider when making health decisions.
When you have a serious illness, consider in-home care

Where you get care can be as important as the kind of care you get.
When to get screened for lung cancer

Find out with this test