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Your mood plays a large role in your health and well-being. Find out why it's important to pay attention to and tend to your mood.
Your mood plays a large role in your health and well-being. Find out why it's important to pay attention to and tend to your mood.

Cherished Companions: 3 Ways Pets Support Healthy Aging

Jun 25, 2024
Pets are more than soft fur and wagging tails—they’re also great for healthy aging. Learn about the benefits of having a pet and whether pet insurance is a smart idea.

How Sleep Affects Your Health

May 20, 2024

'May' You Sleep Better for Health and Longevity

May 16, 2024

How to Talk to Your Doctor About Mental Health

Apr 18, 2024

Moderate Drinking and Older Adults: Does It Help or Harm?

Apr 17, 2024
Is Drinking in Moderation Good for Older Adults?

How Excess Weight Impacts Our Mental and Emotional Health

Feb 27, 2024
Two Black senior women are out exercising while smiling and talking to each other.

Drinking and Healthy Aging: Know Your Limits

Feb 13, 2024
Consuming alcohol as we age is common, but may come with new risks.

Suicide and Older Adults: What You Should Know

Jan 09, 2024

Stress and How to Reduce It: A Guide for Older Adults

Mar 24, 2023

Taking Care of Your Health through the Holiday Season

Dec 07, 2022

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