Our Musings

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

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.

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.

A new website puts a spotlight on research on women’s health issues, an area of research that traditionally has received less attention.

Healthcare is big business—and offers the possibility for murky ethical decisions. Case in point: “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.”

Resilience is many older women’s secret weapon. Case in point: Myka Alley, who found the silver lining in a major health challenge.

Giving to charities serving women and girls reached record levels but they still receive less than 2% of U.S. charitable giving.

Diets that include higher amounts of protein from plant-based sources may make a tremendous difference in aging women’s health, according...

Chemicals are part of daily life. However, some chemicals in personal and household products can be detrimental to older women’s health.

It’s summer in the Northern Hemisphere. Time to relax with a cool beverage and a book. Here are 3 reading recommendations to enjoy!

Research suggests that migraines and hot flashes may lead to a higher risk of heart disease and stroke in postmenopausal women.

Researchers are finding that an optimistic attitude may be a factor in the quality of post-menopausal women’s health as they age.

When does “old age” start? A new study suggests that your definition of when “old age” begins may shift as you get older.

It’s easy to get comfortable as we age. But the real juice is stepping out of our comfort zone to the edge, where life truly happens.

Most aging research does not consider menopause, leading to significant gaps in the understanding of older women’s health at the clinical le

Travel offers lots of benefits to women as we age: improved confidence, mental and physical health, creativity and relationships.

Having cancer doesn’t need to derail a lifetime of creative efforts. Take Kris Hirst, who continues to explore art’s cutting edge.

The world’s population is aging, according to the World Health Organization—and nations will need to adapt their health and social systems

Despite cultural pressure to stay busy, taking time to do nothing important actually can be beneficial to an older woman’s quality of life.

Women may feel that their health is going awry with age. Yet, making small strategic changes can help the body’s systems get in balance.