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Most of us can fondly remember what it felt like to turn 50. And now that we've celebrated and survi... Read More

Sweet Inspiration to Be Found in a Few Just Right Words Dec. 01, 2023

The right slogan when we hear it or read it can be inspiring. And I hope you will find the one I off... Read More

90-Year-Old Newlyweds Dec. 01, 2023

Here's a story to help you feel young at heart no matter how old you happen to be. While paging thro... Read More

The Silver Tsunami Nov. 24, 2023

Some population experts have referred to the increasing numbers of aging baby boomers as the "silver... Read More

Skiers Delight in Surprising Locations Nov. 19, 2023

By Victor Block If you went on a trip last winter to ski or enjoy another snow sport in the United S... Read More

LGBTQ Baby Boomers Nov. 17, 2023

Did you know that LGBTQ individuals in America represent approximately 4% of the population as of 20... Read More

Caregiver Survival Guide Nov. 10, 2023

Full disclosure: Even though I've been obsessed with health issues my entire life, I've never been i... Read More

The Caribbean Is a Wintertime Playground Nov. 05, 2023

By Victor Block With Old Man Winter's arrival and the accompanying cold winds, you might be thinking... Read More

Winter Beaches Beckon to Chilly Snowbirds Nov. 04, 2023

By Victor Block A stretch of golden sand lies against a backdrop of colorful art deco architecture. ... Read More

Nutrition News Over the Years Nov. 03, 2023

Nutrition News

I've written this weekly column for more than 30 years, starting when I was a reporter for the State... Read More

Blue Zones: Part 2 Nov. 03, 2023

Last week, we talked about Dan Buettner's research on the Blue Zones, the five places in the world w... Read More

What to Do in Winter If You Don't Ski Oct. 29, 2023

By Victor Block About 14 million people go downhill skiing each winter, and 8 million more hurtle do... Read More

The Many Roadblocks to Living Longer Oct. 27, 2023

The news was shocking. In April, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced that life ... Read More

Blue Zones: Part I Oct. 27, 2023

It's no secret that I've been labeled an alternative health advocate for most of my adult life. Ther... Read More

Better Health Starts With Healthy Habits -- As if We Didn't Know Oct. 06, 2023

In 1944, as President Franklin Delano Roosevelt prepared for a fourth run at the presidency, his sta... Read More

So Much Standing in the Way of Healthy Habits Sep. 15, 2023

A new study has identified eight lifestyle habits that, if adopted, may significantly extend a perso... Read More

Is an Out-of-Shape Nation Seconds Away From Better Health? Sep. 01, 2023

Based on new state maps of adult physical inactivity prevalence in this country released by the Cent... Read More

Take the Time to Exercise Your Mind Aug. 25, 2023

As we get older, we soon find ourselves up against Father Time's little game of takeaway. A look at ... Read More

How to Be a Superager Aug. 25, 2023

When I first learned that most people begin to experience a subtle but measurable decline in memory ... Read More

Do You Have Insomnia? Aug. 18, 2023