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Get information on prevention and managing ongoing health conditions focused on physical and mental health. From exercise tips to diet and nutrition, this is your one-stop-shop for caring for your self and loved ones.
An older adult grandfather has his granddaughter on his shoulders while his wife looks at both of them lovingly.

Menopause Hot Flashes: 9 Tips for Staying Cool Naturally

Dec 12, 2024
Menopause expert Maryon Stewart shares some tips on dealing with hot flashes, a common menopause symptom.

How to Stay Positive During Menopause

Dec 12, 2024

What Is Respite Care? A Guide for Caregivers

Dec 06, 2024

Flu Prevention 101: 7 Tips for Older Adults

Dec 05, 2024

How Effective Is the Flu Shot?

Dec 04, 2024
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When Should I Get My Flu Shot? A Guide for Older Adults

Dec 02, 2024
A woman's arm has a bandaid on it, where she's holding a red heart with a needle illustrated inside of it next to her bandaid, indicating that she received a flu shot to protect her health.

4 Reasons Older Adults Are More Likely to Get COVID If They’re Not Vaccinated

Nov 15, 2024
A senior man is laying in bed under his covers with a tissue close to his mouth and his eyes closed, suffering from covid.

Healthy Eating Tips for Seniors

Nov 04, 2024

How Long Does the Shingles Vaccine Last?

Oct 29, 2024

Memory and Sleep: How Are They Connected?

Oct 22, 2024

Is your loved one at risk?

Falls Free CheckUp

Find out if your loved one is at risk from falling with NCOA’s Falls Free CheckUp tool. There are steps you can take to keep them safe.

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Falls Prevention Success Stories

Dorothy Wall's Falls Prevention Story

Sep 01, 2016
An upclose shot of a group of senior ladies standing in a row and doing lunging exercises while training in a gym.

Sandy Perry's Falls Prevention Story

Sep 01, 2016

Elizabeth Goldfarb's Falls Prevention Story

Sep 01, 2016

Marjorie Brown's Falls Prevention Story

Sep 01, 2016

Marjorie Franck's Falls Prevention Story

Sep 01, 2016
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John Feirich's Falls Prevention Story

Sep 01, 2016
Learn more about the benefits of collaborating with physical therapists, including the positive impact on senior center programs and services offerings in this webinar on October 18.

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