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Keeping Feet Healthy: A Simple Program for Seniors with Diabetes

January 2, 2026

Many older adults struggle with diabetes. They need to take care of their feet to avoid big problems. A small study tried a new way to help. It was a short program to teach seniors about foot care. The program had two parts. Each part was one hour long. Seniors watched videos and practiced using fo

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The Power of Real-Time Social Check-ins for Seniors

June 18, 2025

Social connections are vital for the health and happiness of older adults. This is not a new revelation. What is new is the use of real-time tracking to measure these connections. This method, known as Ecological Momentary Assessment (EMA), is gaining attention for its potential to provide immediate

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The Impact of Technology on Rural Seniors' Well-being and Social Connections

April 19, 2025

Technology plays a big role in how well older adults in rural areas feel about their lives and how connected they are to others. A recent study looked at how technology access affects the quality of life and social connections of seniors living in rural and urban areas. The study used data fro

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The Digital Divide Among Aging Arabic Immigrants and Refugees

March 26, 2025

In Canada, the number of older immigrants and refugees is expected to rise significantly. This makes it crucial to ensure that these individuals have fair access to information and communication technologies (ICTs). Why? Because being digitally competent can greatly improve their lives. But what do