Health & Wellness

Alzheimer’s Disease research is taking place in Northeast Ohio with The Cleveland Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (CADRC) funded by National Institute on Aging. It’s one of 31 Alzheimer’s Disease Research Centers (ADRC) in the country. The CADRC helps accelerate research across everything from diagnosis to treatment to basic understanding of what’s happening with the disease, thanks to participating volunteers. ...

The only thing better than breezy afternoons and twilight-drenched evenings is throwing a good book into the mix. The staff at the Kirtland Public Library has recommended these picks for your summer reading list. ...

The pandemic has made a lot of people — including mayors, legislators and the public in general — aware of how important being outside is to our well-being and how we need to take action sooner rather than later to ensure a healthy environment as we tackle climate change. With that in mind, bicycle and pedestrian safety is at the forefront of advocacy — building better infrastructure for walking and biking, education in schools, better training for law enforcement, and making certain that legislators know what you want. ...

Have you noticed? Kayaking is the over-50-friendly way to get a bit of exercise and explore Northeast Ohio's gentle rivers and scenic lakes. Cuyahoga Valley National Park is a perfect way to get your feet wet, so to speak, with kayaking. You can paddle the Cuyahoga River and ride a train back to your car, much like their bike & train excursions. ...

Preventing elder abuse through improved social supports like senior center programs, in-home services and transportation helps our older adults to live independently and contribute to the vibrancy of our community.  Reporting suspected abuse helps lift the veil of secrecy that puts older adults in harm’s way. ...

With summer just around the corner, many people are hoping to shed that extra weight gained during the pandemic. But if you haven’t worked out in a while, you may be wondering where to start. ...

It is important to make drinking water part of our daily routine, as our brains are mostly water and use 20% of our body’s energy. Keeping our brains properly fueled and hydrated is critical for our overall health and wellness, including our mood. ...

It's finally time to get on your bike and ride! But first, run through The OutSPOKEnCyclist Diane Jenk's safety check and Spring Tune-Up to ensure your bike rides are safe. ...