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MSN Amanda Goh March 9, 2026 Victor Chan. Amanda Goh for Business Insider. Victor Chan, 73, still works five days a week as a pool supervisor in Singapore. As a former bodybuilder, he believes regular exercise is key to aging well. He stretches regularly, practices splits and headstands, and walks about 20,000 steps a day. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Victor Chan, a 73-year-old living in Singapore. It has been edited for length and clarity. Health is

MSN CBC/Radio-Canada March 3, 2026 Alberta is tightening eligibility requirements for provincial seniors' benefits and tax credits for caregivers as it faces a $9.4-billion budget deficit. But seniors and anti-poverty advocates said they’re grateful the budget at least preserves funding for affordable housing, health care and subsidized child care. Alberta is tightening eligibility requirements for provincial seniors' benefits and tax credits for caregivers as it faces a $9.4

Business Insider Sarah Andersen , Mark Adam Miller , and Barbara Corbellini Duarte November 4, 2025 What does it take to become an athlete at 70, 80, or even 90? Five older Americans prove that it’s never too late to start and that exercising “is the most powerful drug for longevity.” They’ve set goals, built community, and found purpose through sports such as swimming, track, table tennis, and powerlifting. Life Lessons From Seniors Who Started Competing Late in Life - Busin

Alberta Native News Chevi Rabbit, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Dec 5, 2025 Edmonton bus wrapped in Indigenous was inspired by Indigenous Seniors. Photo supplied by Edmonton Transit (ANNews) – When the Aboriginal Seniors Centre in Edmonton was approached to help design a new ETS bus wrap, the idea quickly evolved into something far more meaningful than an art project. It became a community conversation, a cultural teaching, and a rare moment of visibility for Indigenou

MSN A. Pawlowski January, 2026 Marion Nestle doesn’t like to be asked what she eats in a day, but it’s easy to see why people are fascinated. At 89, she’s been a leading nutrition expert for decades, exploring food’s impact on health and how the food industry influences what people eat. She’s still working and writing, giving advice about a healthy diet in her latest book, “ What to Eat Now: The Indispensable Guide to Good Food, How to Find It, and Why It Matters .” Nestle cr

MSN Rob Shapiro November 2025 It's Never Too Late to Take a Yoga Class Everyone looks forward to their retirement, but there are some challenges that you need to prepare for. A big one is that without work and colleagues, you might have trouble making new friends. Don't worry, there are lots of ways to meet new people and forge new relationships later in life. Here are 20 ways to make new friends in retirement. StockCake Join a Club or Hobby Group Retirement is an ideal time

Global News Emily Mertz June 12, 2024 Edmonton Public Library brings parent and tot programs to seniors’ homes - Edmonton | Globalnews.ca When Rutherford Heights Retirement Residence invited Edmonton Public Library to host some parent and tot sessions at the seniors’ facility, it felt like a perfect fit. “We really thought that there was a way to kind of leverage what we are good at — which is early childhood education, story time, sing, sign, lap and learn — and help bring

The Body Optimist Anaelle G. Saturday, December 27, 2025 From the age of 65, women appear to have an unexpected health advantage over men When it comes to health and life expectancy, comparisons between women and men are frequent. And for good reason: biological, social, and medical trajectories still differ significantly. In France, a recent analysis conducted by the DREES (Directorate for Research, Studies, Evaluation, and Statistics) highlights an interesting reality: not

Edmonton Watch Seniors take in the glow of Christmas Seniors from across Edmonton converged on the Expo Centre on Thursday to take in the Christmas display "Glow Edmonton." December 12, 2025 at 11:59AM EST Click this link to watch: Seniors take in the glow of Christmas – CTVNews Places to See the Best Christmas Light Displays Around Edmonton – 2025 Places to See the Best Christmas Light Displays Around Edmonton – 2025 To Do Canada October 29, 2025 Explore the Alberta Capital

MSN Kathryn MacDonell April 2025 The author (right) chatted with her 104-year-old mother-in-law. Courtesy of Peter Ford ©Courtesy of Peter Ford My mother-in-law, Mollie, is a 104-year-old "SuperAger" with a sharp mind. She says doing everything in moderation helped her stay healthy and keep her mind active. Mollie also relied on her community, especially her family, a lot throughout her life. In June, my 104-year-old mother-in-law got a n

MSN Maïssane Fraiji July, 2025 There's no need to change your lifestyle overnight to hope for healthy aging. Longevity experts confirm: small, simple, and accessible daily habits can make a big difference. Walk more, without necessarily doing sport You don't need a gym membership or an intensive program to do your body good. According to a study reported in HuffPost , reaching 7,000 steps a day reduces the risk of premature death in middle-aged adults by 70%. A simple walk

MSN Dr. Rosanne Leipzig Novembwer 13, 2025 I'm a 74-year-old doctor who studies aging: My 8 daily habits for staying happy, healthy and sharp For over 40 years, I've worked as a geriatrician, a doctor whose patients are all older adults , many of them in their 80s.  While factors like blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar levels or weight are important markers of health , they are only one part of the picture as you get older. In geriatric medicine, we take a broader view

CNBC Renée Onque 11 months ago Dr. Frank Lipman is a doctor who specializes in functional medicine and longevity medicine. He follows the longevity practices that he shares with his patients. Dr. Frank Lipman has over 35 years of experience in functional medicine and throughout his career, he has always considered researching longevity as an extension of his work. Lipman is an author of seven books, including " The New Rules of Aging Well, " which he co-authored with Daniell

The Simplicity Habit Julianna Poplin March25, 2024 Inside: What are your simple joys in life? Here is why intentionally listing them is helpful and 77 ideas to get you started. Life can feel heavy and overwhelming at times. It takes intentional effort to slow down and notice the good that exists in the world. While the news continues to focus on every sad story and any possible thing that has gone wrong, you can choose to balance your thoughts by looking for the good and crea

MSN Gina Park October 6, 2025 It’s never too late: How older adults can restore optimal well-being, according to experts When it comes to...

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DH National By: National Trending Staff Published: September 24, 2025 Truth and Reconciliation Day: Which provinces observe the holiday |...

MSN By: Health and Me Published: July 30, 2025 Lifestyle Changes People Above 60 Should Make To Boost Brain Health Lifestyle changes are...

MSN By: Aayushi Gupta Published: September 8, 2025 Life rarely comes with a pause button. With endless work deadlines, responsibilities,...

CTV By: Craig Ellison Published: August 6, 2025 2025 Alberta Indigenous Games return to Edmonton Ten days of Indigenous youth sport...