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#suicide-prevention
fromFlowingData
1 week ago
Public health

Highest suicide rates among older men in the U.S.

Older men aged 75 and above have a significantly higher suicide rate, necessitating targeted public health efforts.
Mental health
fromHarvard Gazette
5 months ago

Older adults at highest risk for suicide, yet have fewest resources - Harvard Gazette

Older adults, particularly those 75 and older, are underserved by suicide prevention efforts despite high rates of suicidal ideation.
Mental health
fromHarvard Gazette
5 months ago

Older adults at highest risk for suicide, yet have fewest resources - Harvard Gazette

Older adults, particularly those 75 and older, are underserved by suicide prevention efforts despite high rates of suicidal ideation.
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Older adults help revive West Valley College enrollment post-pandemic

West Valley College is implementing initiatives to support older adults in education through a partnership with Successful Aging Solutions and Community Consulting, providing tailored pathways for students aged 50 and older.
Higher education
fromeLearning Industry
1 week ago

How To Optimize Digital Learning Potential For Older Adults

eLearning can be made more accessible for older adults through specific strategies that address their unique learning needs.
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Can Your Pet Help Protect Your Mind as You Age?

Dog and cat ownership is associated with slower cognitive decline in older adults.
Public health
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

How to Improve Sleep Among Long-Term Care Residents

Long-term care residents frequently experience sleep disruptions, leading to health issues such as falls and cognitive decline.
fromScienceDaily
2 weeks ago

Semaglutide melts fat-but may quietly strip away your strength

Approximately 40% of the weight lost from taking semaglutide -- a type of weight-loss medication known as a GLP-1 -- comes from lean mass, including muscle.
Health
#mental-health
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Shar-pei sex', swinging, and 10 orgasms in an afternoon: This is sex after 60

Many older adults are sexually active with significant satisfaction, defying age-based stereotypes.
fromHarvard Gazette
4 weeks ago

Should you lose your rights with age? - Harvard Gazette

Older adults face increasing risks of cognitive decline, leading to challenges in decision-making autonomy and increased potential for financial exploitation.
#cannabis
Travel
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Many Older Adults Stop Traveling; Do This Instead

Travel offers physical, mental, and emotional benefits to older adults.
Local excursions can substitute for long-distance travel, enhancing appreciation for surroundings.
fromCbsnews
1 month ago

How to combat loneliness, and how it differs from depression

According to recent studies by the American Psychological Association, reported loneliness among older adults is on the rise, especially for those aged 75 and above.
Mental health
#falls-prevention
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

How important is public transit for aging in place?

Public transportation provides older adults with a flexible, low-cost means of maintaining an active lifestyle and social connections.
#health
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Exercise

Doctors Have Found That Walking 10K Steps A Day Isn't Necessary, So Read This Before You Go On That Run

fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago
Exercise

Doctors Have Found That Walking 10K Steps A Day Isn't Necessary, So Read This Before You Go On That Run

fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

Duplantier: Don't dismantle the future for older adults - San Jose Spotlight

Dismantling the ACL sends a discouraging message to seniors, threatening vital community support services.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 months ago

San Jose to cut older adult wellness program from budget - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose's Older Adult Health and Wellness Grant Program faces cuts due to a significant budget deficit, risking vital services for the older population.
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment for 2026 Projected To Hit New Low: How This Will Affect Boomer Homeowners

The 2026 Social Security COLA increase of 2.4% might not meet the rising living costs for older homeowners.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez hosts Older Americans Month celebration with focus on senior safety

District Attorney Eric Gonzalez promotes awareness on scams and elder abuse to protect seniors as part of the Older Americans Month initiative in Brooklyn.
Social media marketing
fromForbes
2 months ago

Tips For Targeting Older Consumers Via Influencer Marketing

Many companies overlook older consumers despite their significant market presence and spending power, leading to ineffective marketing strategies.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

More Than 60% of Older Brooklynites Say They Don't Have Retirement Income, Study Says

Older adults in New York City face a financial crisis, with rising poverty and inequities affecting their access to retirement income.
Significant increases in poverty rates among older adults, particularly among specific racial groups, highlight urgent socio-economic disparities.
NYC food
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | Older New Yorkers face enough uncertainty they shouldn't have to worry about their next meal | amNewYork

Growing food insecurity among older New Yorkers, exacerbated by inflation and funding cuts, raises urgent concerns about their ability to access nutritious meals.
Women
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Older Adults Are Sharing The Common Experiences From The Past That Have Younger Folks Confused

Older adults reflect on nostalgic experiences that are now obsolete, highlighting changes in daily life and social norms over the decades.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Bigger fonts and no trucks: How Lyft designed its new app for older riders

The new Lyft Silver app caters specifically to older adults, featuring a redesigned interface that's easier to navigate and includes accessibility features for their unique needs.
Mobile UX
fromMedscape
2 months ago

Nearly One Third of Dementia Cases Tied to Hearing Loss

The research identifies that audiometry-measured hearing loss in older adults contributed to 32% of new dementia cases over an eight-year study period.
Mental health
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Heights and Hills Community Council set to honor Grace Church for its role in serving older adults

Heights and Hills Community Council will honor Grace Church Brooklyn Heights for its significant role in supporting older adults’ social community and well-being.
Brooklyn
#retirement-planning
Digital life
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Get granny on Gmail - computer and smartphone use lowers risk of brain decline by 42%

Regular tech use in older adults may reduce cognitive impairment risk, challenging the digital dementia hypothesis.
#ageism
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago
Mental health

Challenging Medical Ageism After 50

Ageism significantly impacts healthcare outcomes, leading to neglect of older patients.
Medical evaluations for those over 50 should be collaborative, focusing on informed decisions.
Age-based discrimination in healthcare contributes to cognitive decline and worsening health.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
5 months ago

MPs critical of ageist 'wealth-hoarding' labels for baby boomers

Critics warn that negative portrayals of baby boomers in media risk normalizing ageist attitudes toward older generations.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Challenging Medical Ageism After 50

Ageism significantly impacts healthcare outcomes, leading to neglect of older patients.
Medical evaluations for those over 50 should be collaborative, focusing on informed decisions.
Age-based discrimination in healthcare contributes to cognitive decline and worsening health.
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
5 months ago

MPs critical of ageist 'wealth-hoarding' labels for baby boomers

Critics warn that negative portrayals of baby boomers in media risk normalizing ageist attitudes toward older generations.
fromThe Mercury News
3 months ago

Bay Are Older Adults plan visit to animal farm, jailhouse

The article highlights community engagement opportunities for older adults in Bay Area and promotes volunteer efforts to support low-income families.
NYC real estate
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Baby boomers want to downsize their homes. But they fear the big, bad HOA fee.

Older homeowners face barriers in downsizing due to soaring HOA fees, which complicate their ability to afford new homes.
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 months ago

Bay Ridge Center marks one year in new home with anniversary party, St. Pat's celebration * Brooklyn Paper

"What a first year it has been. Since opening last March 11, Bay Ridge Center has tripled its membership and currently offers over 90 programs weekly."
Brooklyn
Retirement
fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Older Americans watching their retirement investments fluctuate under Trump: 'I hope he knows what he's doing.'

Older Americans face financial uncertainty amid market downturn, with mixed feelings regarding their retirement outlook.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

I do aqua aerobics with women in their 80s it's the most fun I've had exercising | Kate Leaver

Aqua aerobics at Sydney's Andrew Boy Charlton aquatic centre serves as a joyful community space for older women, reinforcing that fitness can be fun.
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 months ago

Seniors increasingly rely on credit cards for basic living expenses

Many older adults are increasingly using credit cards for essential expenses, eroding retirement security.
Unexpected expenses and healthcare costs are key drivers of credit card debt among older individuals.
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 months ago

Op-ed | New York is getting older. Can we keep up? * Brooklyn Paper

Living off of savings, pensions, and fixed incomes that can't account for increased costs, older adults face hard choices, especially as supportive funding has been drying up.
Brooklyn
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

Op-Ed | Mayor Adams' budget cuts abandon older New Yorkers: An ageist betrayal of those who built this city | amNewYork

New York City is cutting critical funding for older adult centers, risking essential support services for a growing senior population.
fromArs Technica
4 months ago

Saliva that fights norovirus? Experimental oral vaccine is nothing to spit at.

In this Phase I study for an experimental norovirus vaccine, we found it safely stimulated immune responses in older adults, crucial for combating severe infections.
Coronavirus
Retirement
fromtime.com
5 months ago

For Many of America's Aging Workers, Retirement Is a Distant Dream'

Older workers, like Walter Carpenter, continue working due to financial necessity, highlighting a growing trend in the aging workforce.
fromBKReader
5 months ago

Report Finds Rising Financial Insecurity Among Older Adults in New York

Financial insecurity among older New Yorkers has surged by nearly 50% in the last decade, highlighting the urgent need for state intervention.
Brooklyn
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 months ago

Los Gatos senior housing development back on track - San Jose Spotlight

Mayor Matthew Hudes emphasized, "Aging in place is really important, not only at the Meadows, but in the rest of Los Gatos. We need to provide what they call village services that allow people to stay in their homes with the kind of support that they need."
Miscellaneous
fromwww.echo-news.co.uk
5 months ago

Sit back and save money with Adjustamatic's choice of riser recliner chairs

Maintaining proper sitting posture can prevent strain on muscles and joints, improving overall health.
fromMail Online
6 months ago

NHS staff told not to call patients middle-aged, pensioner or senior

The terms OAP and middle-aged are just a shorthand for describing people of a certain age, they are not discriminatory, and this is just extreme political correctness.
Medicine
Health
fromwww.npr.org
7 months ago

Taking vitamin D is unlikely to prevent falls or fractures. Here's what it does

Vitamin D and calcium supplements do not prevent falls or fractures in older adults, despite their importance for overall bone health.
fromAlternet.org
7 months ago

Why older people are among the biggest users of social media

According to the Digital 2024 report, 78.3% of Australians regularly use platforms such as Facebook and Instagram - mainly for keeping in touch with friends and family. This significant engagement highlights the importance of social media across all age demographics, including older adults.
Marketing
fromPsychology Today
7 months ago

Overdose Survivors: Medical and Addiction Challenges

A significant population aged 65+ struggles with addiction, including opioids and alcohol, facing severe health consequences.
fromBustle
8 months ago

Michelle Obama's Dating Reality Series Has 'Golden Bachelor' Vibes

"Suzanne found what many people in their lives never find, which is this one great love. For Suzanne, it's really going to be about understanding that maybe what she's looking for now is more of companionship, or a travel partner."
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
fromThe Mercury News
9 months ago

November events give older adults chance to get outdoors

Bay Area Older Adults is hosting diverse nature and culture events in November, promoting environmental awareness and enjoyment among older adults.
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