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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
5 days ago2 min read
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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 52 min read
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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 226 min read
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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 84 min read
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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 14 min read
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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 155 min read
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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 82 min read
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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 16 min read
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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 113 min read
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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 46 min read
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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
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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
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‘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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Myka Alley: Compassion, Peace, Happy, Loved, and Alive
Resilience is many older women’s secret weapon. Case in point: Myka Alley, who found the silver lining in a major health challenge.
Womankind
Nov 16, 20245 min read
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Women’s, Girls’ Nonprofits Receive Limited Charitable Giving
Giving to charities serving women and girls reached record levels but they still receive less than 2% of U.S. charitable giving.
Research
Nov 2, 20242 min read
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Study: Lean Toward Plant-Based Proteins at Midlife
Diets that include higher amounts of protein from plant-based sources may make a tremendous difference in aging women’s health, according...
Research
Jun 22, 20242 min read
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Reimagining ‘Better Living Through Chemistry’
Chemicals are part of daily life. However, some chemicals in personal and household products can be detrimental to older women’s health.
Dorian Martin
Jun 8, 20244 min read
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3 Books to Savor This Year
It’s summer in the Northern Hemisphere. Time to relax with a cool beverage and a book. Here are 3 reading recommendations to enjoy!
Dorian Martin
Jun 1, 20244 min read
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Migraines, Menopause Combined Linked to Heart Disease
Research suggests that migraines and hot flashes may lead to a higher risk of heart disease and stroke in postmenopausal women.
Research
May 25, 20242 min read
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Optimism May Lead to Better Health Outcomes
Researchers are finding that an optimistic attitude may be a factor in the quality of post-menopausal women’s health as they age.
Research
May 18, 20242 min read
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