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A major long-term study has found that keeping the mind sharp linked to greater happiness in older age. Older adults with stronger cognitive abilities report higher levels of life satisfaction, positive mood, and health-related quality of life over time.

Wellbeing in older age is often discussed in terms of physical illness or disability. However, researchers say this overlooks an important part of the picture: how people feel about their own lives.

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If you are struggling living home and alone, you should check out new research found that older adults who move into senior living communities often experience better health outcomes compared to those who live in the greater community.

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If you or your spouse is nearing retirement age you need to consider who files for Social Security first.

 Understanding timing strategies can impact retirement income for couples.

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Most people assume seniors lose money on big, obvious splurges. Fancy trips. Expensive hobbies. Frivolous shopping. 

The truth is a lot less exciting and a lot more costly. The real money drains are quiet, automatic, and built into the systems retirees use every single day. Here is where the money is actually going.

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As adults enter their later years, they often do so carrying extra pounds that put them at higher risk for

chronic illnesses such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and cancer. It's also around this time when appetites shrink. But somehow, it seems more difficult than ever to lose that extra weight.

                         Read how to meet the changing nutritional needs of older adults.

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I love telling jokes to my friends here at the A.L.F. Humor makes me feel good and it plays a vital role in helping older adults 

cope with the challenges of aging and staying socially connected. Women were more likely to describe using it to navigate emotionally sensitive situations or to deflect difficult feelings, while men tended to emphasize its role in social bonding. 

In 2009, I entered the ER of a local hospital seeking treatment for intense intestinal pain. After two months and  stays in two different hospitals, I emerged as a helpless invalid, unable to walk or even lift myself from a wheelchair, which had become my sole means of mobility. I transformed from an active, independent sixty-two-year-old to one of the 70 million adults (1 in 4) who reported living with a disability. It took another year and a half in a nursing home, along with rigorous daily physical therapy, before I was able to qualify for an assisted living facility. Despite my advancements (moving from a wheelchair to a walker/rollator and then to a cane), I still struggle to navigate easily. Each day, with every step, I am reminded of my disability. 

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Swanson had 260 tons of leftover turkey after Thanksgiving 1953. Salesman Gerry Thomas suggested packaging the turkey with cornbread dressing and gravy in aluminum trays inspired by airline meals. The first year, Swanson sold over 10 million TV dinners at 98 cents each.

Nobody likes getting a shot in the arm, but there is more in that syringe than just protection against the flu.

Researchers found that older adults who received a high-dose influenza vaccine (H-IIV) had a significantly lower incidence of Alzheimer's dementia than those who received a standard-dose formulation (S-IIV). The effects lasted up to 25 months after vaccination.

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As more older adults choose to live independently, experts say a little planning can go a long way in helping them stay safe, healthy and connected.

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Do you eat at all crazy hours? Well, don't.

Researchers have found that finishing the last meal earlier in the evening is linked to lower biological aging risk in the body – particularly in the heart and liver.

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Surgery is difficult at any age. And more so when your older. However, new research shows adults over 80 with early-stage lung cancer can achieve surgical outcomes and quality of life comparable to younger patients.

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I've Fallen and I can't get up.

Modern medical alert systems are designed to facilitate daily life while being prepared for emergencies. This article discusses how medical alert technology promotes senior safety, the features that are most important, and why this technology has become a crucial element of independent life.

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You've scrimped and saved for your retirement. Now you need to know "Should I save it or spend it.

This question is more common than most people realize. After decades of saving, many people find that the real challenge isn’t building wealth, it’s feeling comfortable using it.

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I typically don't consume much coffee. I'm not among those people who have 6 or 7 or even more cups daily. In reality, I aim to restrict my caffeine consumption to 2 or 3 cups. Additionally, I avoid drinking coffee after four or five in the afternoon.

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-  Cherry blossoms, especially in Japan, symbolize the fleeting nature of life due to their short blooming period. This concept is known as "mono no aware," emphasizing the beauty of impermanence.

-  The sakura (cherry blossom) is considered Japan's national flower and is celebrated annually during hanami (flower viewing) festivals.

- ** There are over 200 varieties of cherry trees, with colors ranging from white to deep pink. Some popular types include Yoshino, Somei Yoshino, and Kanzan.

-  Cherry blossoms are featured in literature, art, and poetry across many cultures, symbolizing renewal, hope, and the beauty of nature.

-  The peak bloom typically occurs in spring, around March to April in Japan, but this varies depending on the region and climate conditions.

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