McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Intergenerational mentorship programs: Passing down knowledge and building connections
Your life experience can shape the future! Intergenerational mentorship programs offer older adults a powerful way to share their wisdom, forge meaningful connections, and leave a lasting legacy while enriching their own lives.
World Health Day: A time to reflect on our health and well-being
Every year in April, the world comes together to recognize World Health Day—an opportunity to reflect on our personal health and the health of our communities. Organized by the World Health Organization, this annual event highlights a global health priority and reminds us that good health is a shared goal for people of all ages.
Living with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes? 3 areas to consider!
From oral health to nutrition, research points to several areas of focus that we can work on to help lower blood sugar levels.
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.
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.