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Friday, May 24, 2019

Is it just a mood…or more?

…aren’t the same thing. Learn the distinctions Grief is a normal human response to a painful event that requires support, not treatment. Depression, however, involves chemical imbalances in the brain

Wednesday, September 13, 2017

Back to School: Free Online Courses 2017

…works so you can be more holistic in your approach to your own health. Flinders University on Open2Study September 11 for 4 weeks Healthy Aging in 6 Steps. Let Your…

Thursday, June 22, 2017

Is Your Doc Giving You the Best Osteoporosis Advice?

…two bone health experts to weigh in. Here’s the rationale for your doctor’s basic RX—and the “yes, but….” Calcium BASIC ADVICE Getting enough calcium is a tried-and-true way to help…

Friday, May 26, 2017

A Kiosk for Living Well Could Be Heading Your Way

health information and manage health issues, along with a slew of virtual experiences—cycling and airplane piloting among them. They also offer Skype for connecting to friends and family, and games…

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Volunteering for the Health of It

…is linked to better health isn’t clear, Gruenewald says. It’s known that those who feel useful are less likely to feel depressed, but that doesn’t explain the physical health benefits….

Thursday, May 18, 2023

Antimicrobial Resistance: When “Bugs” Bite Back

…bacteria, could result in blindness or death, public health officials warned—and in some cases did. As of March 21, the CDC reports, 68 patients in 16 states were identified as…

Thursday, June 8, 2023

What is AI?

…convenience and accessibility. Remote Health Monitoring Another great benefit is AI-powered devices and applications that can provide remote health monitoring, medication reminders, and fall detection systems, enhancing safety and enabling…

Friday, July 10, 2015

What’s the Deal With Marijuana for Senior Health?

…hurdles that researchers have to jump through to study pot’s medicinal effects. In June, the Obama Administration removed one major marijuana research hurdle – the public health service review requirement….

Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Research: Gaming Is Good For Your Mental Health

…weeks after research suggested that using Facebook boosts brain power in older people, a new study claims that whether they’re played on a console or a computer, videogames aren’t just…

Fri, February 16 EDT

Rethinking Exercise as We Age: How To Turn “One Day” Into “Day One”

…chronic health conditions and functional disability. She is also the Chief Scientific Advisor for Vivo. Handouts: Fitness Apps Google Fit & iPhone Health Apps Nike Training App Mighty Health App…

09/06/2023 EDT

Wellness Wednesday – Lunch & Learn

…it! Engaging in strength training will improve your balance, your mobility, your bone density, help ward off those diseases of aging, and even improves mood, sleep and brain health! Strength…

Wednesday, August 2, 2023

Health: Vaccine Update

…The CDC recommends adults age 60 and above discuss the two approved RSV vaccines–Arexvy from GSK and Abrysvo from Pfizer—with their doctors, taking into account their health status and risks,…

09/25/2023 EDT

Mobile Health Apps

Did you know that your smartphone is also a powerful health tool? This lecture introduces common health apps, like the iPhone’s built-in app and the Google Fit app. You’ll learn…

10/30/2023 EDT

Mobile Health Apps

Did you know that your smartphone is also a powerful health tool? This lecture introduces common health apps, like the iPhone’s built-in app and the Google Fit app. You’ll learn…

11/27/2023 EDT

Mobile Health Apps

Did you know that your smartphone is also a powerful health tool? This lecture introduces common health apps, like the iPhone’s built-in app and the Google Fit app. You’ll learn…