McMaster Optimal Aging Portal
Do you remember when we first met?
Do you remember the first look or kiss you shared with your significant other? Co-reminiscence about early relationship development can boost feelings of closeness and support for older couples.
4 evidence-based strategies to help you on your journey towards stroke recovery
From regaining arm function to communication skills, post-stroke recovery is no easy feat. However, research highlights a variety of strategies that stroke survivors can lean on.
Staying safe in and around water
Swimming and water fitness are often encouraged to promote health for people with chronic conditions. But being in and around water requires some precautions.
Preventing type 2 diabetes with the “sunshine” vitamin?
Prevention, prevention, prevention. Can vitamin D supplementation help keep type 2 diabetes at bay? Research findings appear to be positive for certain populations.
What’s on your bucket list?
A "bucket list" is a list of things you want to do or accomplish before you die. It can be a very good framework for thinking about your life goals, your health and your mortality, and discussing about it could help advance care planning.
Getting your ‘feet’ in the game! Can exercising your feet help you stay on them?
From injury to death, falls are a major concern for older adults. Recent research looks at how strengthening the muscles in our feet and ankles can help to reduce the risk of falls.