Take charge of your health
Flourish: Know Your Balance System
A study published by the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society found that two-thirds of older adults have two or more sensory deficits (hearing, vision, touch, etc.).
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Flourish: Tune-up Your Diet to Prevent Diabetes
Did you know that 88 million American adults have pre-diabetes? A pre-diabetes diagnosis can set off alarm bells, but it doesn’t have to lead to Type 2 diabetes.
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Flourish: Laughter is the best medicine
"Over the long-term, laughter can improve your immune system, relieve pain and improve your mood."
— Mayo Clinic
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6 Tips for Reducing Falls in Winter
By Sara Lindquist, MD, Internal Medicine and Geriatrics
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Paynesville SAILers Build Strength and Stamina
The SAIL (Stay Active and Independent for Life) class at the Paynesville Area Senior Center in Paynesville, MN, is positively impacting the lives of Paynesville residents.
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Be Well Stories
Savoring the season: Making the most of fall weather
Beat the heat: Staying safe and cool in the summer
Lifelong learning: the benefits of learning a new skill
Maintain healthy vision
The benefits of gardening
The joy of giving back as a volunteer
The role pets can play in healthy aging
What we can learn from Blue Zones
Building healthy habits
Preventing muscle loss
Heart health as we age
The power of positivity
Essential nutrients for healthy aging
Staying active in cold weather
Home modifications to prevent falls
The impact of stress on aging and how to manage it
The role of social connections in longevity
Care tips for aging skin
How to improve sleep quality as you age
The importance of nutrition for healthy aging
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