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Month: September 2026

September is Healthy Aging Month

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Key takeaways Healthy Aging Month began in 1992 and is now in its fourth decade. It's aimed at adults 45 and older. Adults 65 and older need at least 150 minutes of moderate activity a week, muscle-strengthening work on at least two days, and balance exercises. Most guides skip the strength and balance part, and that's the part that helps...
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Small Devices, Big Peace of Mind: Medical Alerts, GPS Trackers, and Pill Dispensers for Aging at Home

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Key takeaways: Medical alert systems are the highest-value device for most seniors living alone, especially models with automatic fall detection and a waterproof button that can be worn in the shower. GPS locators are worth considering once memory loss enters the picture, since wandering in Florida heat becomes dangerous within a very short window of time. Automatic pill dispensers address...
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