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Shirley Chisholm was the first African American congresswoman in 1968. Four years later in 1972, she became the first major-party African American candidate to run for President.

There is no doubt that the hospital can be the best place to be when recovering from an injury or infection, but, just like anywhere else, it’s also a place where accidents can happen. AARP expert Sharon O’Brien shares 4 tips that you can do to prepare yourself from common health hazards in the hospital.

If declining mobility means that going up and down the stairs in your home is becoming a struggle, acting early can alleviate the pain and worry right now, and for the future. Even if you think you could manage the stairs for a while longer, why waste your energy on struggling upstairs when you don’t need to anymore?

Disasters can happen at any moment, and unfortunately, older adults are among the most vulnerable when a disaster occurs. Limitations in vision and mobility can make moving around more difficult. Planning ahead will help avoid long waits to get supplies and help make a smoother transition to safety. 

Happy new year! Let's talk about resolutions. According to Newsweek, when it comes to setting new year resolutions, about 50% of people report that they are focusing on fixing their finances and a little over 50% focus on improving their lifestyles and overall health.

New research from Harvard suggests that sleeping in short durations (less than 7 hours a night) can negatively impact the health of our hearts.

What’s the very best gift you could give yourself this holiday? Is it continued independence? Is it being able to remain living in the home you love without worrying about falling on the stairs? 

It's the holiday season and we know that trying to find gifts for your aging loved ones can be a somewhat difficult task. If you are struggling to find a gift to give this holiday season, here are a few suggestions that may help.

It’s no secret that the winter weather can increase joint pain and stiffness for those with arthritis. The cold weather reduces blood circulation in our fingers and toes, which stiffens our movements in joints. If you are experiencing joint pain, here is a list of a few things to remember when it comes to making the cold weather softer on your joints.

Do you love your home? Have you spent years making it the perfect place for you and your loved ones, and do you want to remain living there for as long as you possibly can? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, then it’s time to start thinking about ‘future-proofing’ your home.