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Healthy Living & Wellness
The healing power of music: How music therapy supports healthy aging
This March, take time to recognize the incredible role music can play in aging well. Whether you’re a caregiver, a health professional, or someone exploring ways to stay healthy and engaged later in life, music therapy is a powerful tool worth exploring.
A Breath of Fresh Air: How Getting Outside This Spring Can Brighten Your Parent’s Day
A Breath of Fresh Air: How Getting Outside This Spring Can Brighten Your Parent’s Day Spring is here—finally! After months of chilly days and long nights, the world is waking up
Improving cognitive skills with aerobic exercise
Aerobic exercise “flexes its muscles” when it comes to cognitive health.
World Oral Health Day 2025: A happy mouth, a happy mind
March 20, 2025 is World Oral Health Day and this year’s theme, "A Happy Mouth is a Happy Mind," explores the links between oral health and mental health. While many of us are aware of the importance of a healthy body, the health of our mouths can be overlooked.
Alcohol and aging: Understanding and recognizing at-risk drinking
Did you know that at-risk drinking is more prevalent among older adults than other age groups? In this 2-minute video, Dr. James MacKillop discusses the risks of hazardous drinking and the diagnosis of alcohol use disorder (AUD). Then read on to learn about the eleven symptoms of AUD and how our ability to process alcohol changes as we age.
The power of sleep: Prioritizing rest for a healthier life
Quality sleep is important, especially as we age. While many people focus on exercise and diet for better health, sleep is often overlooked—but it’s just as vital for overall well-being.