One in four women over age 65 is unable to walk two blocks or climb a flight of stairs. Known as mobility disability, it is the leading type of incapacity and a key contributor to a person’s loss of independence.
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Mobility Means You’ve Got to Move It, Move It
Posted on 08 March 2021.
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For Valentine’s Day, Bring Joy To An Older Family Member
Posted on 14 February 2021.
Bringing joy to older family members is challenging as loved ones take special precautions to keep them healthy, including limiting or eliminating visits and other activities that can cause COVID-19 to spread.
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Covid Shot: When Your Chance Comes Don’t Worry About Numbers
Posted on 03 February 2021.
When getting vaccinated against covid-19, there’s no sense being picky. You should take the first authorized vaccine that’s offered, experts say.
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Vitamin D: An Important Factor For Overall Health
Posted on 30 January 2021.
Vitamin D has once again been thrust into the spotlight, this time because of its link to COVID-19. COVID-19 patients were vitamin deficient.
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Aging Well Happens If You Have Positive Views
Posted on 27 January 2021.
If you believe you are capable of becoming the healthy, engaged person you want to be in old age, you are much more likely to experience that outcome.
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Online Sign-Ups Complicate Vaccine Rollout
Posted on 20 January 2021.
Howard Jones, who’s 83, was on the phone for three to four hours every day trying to sign up for a coronavirus vaccine.
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