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Health
The Health category invites women who’ve reached midlife and beyond to consider what living an independent lifestyle means in terms of our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health—and what it will take to strengthen and maintain those vital aspects of our lives. This category offers personal stories and reflections as well as solid research findings and tips on how to handle menopause and common conditions and life issues that can emerge as we age.
Revisit: Opening the Heart is a Sign of Strength
Society idolizes the mind, but the heart is as important—if not more so—to our health and well-being than the brain. How can we tap into thi
Jenni de Jong
Jun 28, 20258 min read
Revisit: The Health Costs of Being a Woman in a Man’s World
Explore how gender bias affects women’s health, from misdiagnosis to emotional labor, in a world designed for men.
Kaye Olsson
Jun 21, 20255 min read
4 Steps for Facing Life’s Wildfires
World events feel like a scorching wildfire. We offer four steps to consider so you can avoid being burned or spreading the flames.
Dorian Martin
May 31, 20256 min read
Report Offers Blueprint to Close Women’s Health Gaps
A new report describes a blueprint focused on closing women’s health gaps to improve women’s lives as well as a nation’s economic health.
Research
May 24, 20253 min read
5 Tips for Navigating Uncertainty
We’re living in a rapidly changing world, which can prompt regular feelings of anxiety.
Here are five tips to navigate uncertainty
Kaye Olsson
May 17, 20255 min read
Coaching: Setting a Goal and Creating Boundaries
Personal growth is a journey requiring setting priorities, developing new behaviors, and establishing (and maintaining) personal boundaries.
Danielle Legg
May 3, 20253 min read
2 Trump Administration Decisions May Impact Older Women
The Trump Administration made two policy decisions on April 24 that could profoundly impact older women’s health and finances.
Dorian Martin
Apr 26, 20253 min read
Research: Number of Centenarians to Grow by 2054
The number of individuals who live to be 100 years of age or older will increase to almost 4 million globally by 2054.
Research
Apr 12, 20252 min read
Study: Older Women Vulnerable to Heat, Humidity
New research finds that high heat and humidity are especially hazardous for older women’s health, making it important to take proper precaut
Research
Apr 5, 20252 min read
Gaining a Place in History: Pauletta Blueitt
We rarely consider that we're making history throughout our lives. Meet Pauletta Blueitt, a trailblazer who had a key role after 9/11.
Womankind
Mar 22, 20256 min read
Heroines: Books That Got It Right
Historically, women’s viewpoints and achievements have been ignored, but that’s changing. Case in point: “The Women” and “Cleopatra: A Life.
Rhonda Collins
Mar 8, 20254 min read
Champagne and Renegades: Act with Audacity
Women have made majors contributions—from champagne to health breakthroughs to technological innovations-- to the world throughout history.
Kaye Olsson
Mar 1, 20254 min read
At Last: Competent Older Female Characters on TV
Recent TV shows have started featuring female characters who break culture’s traditional image depicting older women as frail and dowdy.
Rhonda Collins
Feb 15, 20255 min read
Researchers Identify Ageism as Significant Societal Prejudice
Researchers found that older adults regularly experience ageism in messages, interpersonal interactions, and their own belief systems.
Research
Feb 8, 20252 min read
Exploring Soul’s ‘Marrow’ in Our Relationships
A serious illness brings a range of opportunities as well as challenges. One opportunity involves forging a more soulful relationship.
Dorian Martin
Feb 1, 20256 min read
Coaching to Support Older Women’s Shifting Lives
When the gears in women’s lives start to grind or fall apart, turning to a coach may help put those pieces back together in a meaningful way
Danielle Legg
Jan 11, 20253 min read
My Quest for Sovereignty over My Own Life
Are you the sovereign of your life? The answer is probably “yes” and “no,” which makes this the perfect time to explore this regal concept.
Dorian Martin
Jan 4, 20256 min read
2024 Review: Older Women’s Progress, Challenges, Opportunities
2024 has been quite the year—and that’s been true for older women. We reflect on the year’s gifts, challenges and emerging opportunities.
Dorian Martin
Dec 28, 20244 min read
New Website Focuses on Women’s Health Research
A new website puts a spotlight on research on women’s health issues, an area of research that traditionally has received less attention.
Research
Dec 21, 20242 min read
‘Henrietta Lacks’ Highlights Healthcare’s Ethical Issues
Healthcare is big business—and offers the possibility for murky ethical decisions. Case in point: “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.”
Dorian Martin
Nov 22, 20243 min read
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