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The Nuance of Death With Dignity

Death With Dignity

Six states allow medical aid in dying, but opinions and experiences run the gamut

DECEMBER 13, 2018 | By Michelle Carter

It’s Quality, Not Quantity, of Life That Matters

Aging

Frank talk about aging from Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, a Longevity Innovator

DECEMBER 7, 2018 | By The Milken Institute Center for the Future of Aging

Living Life With the End in Mind

End In Mind

A public radio host is bringing Minnesotans together to talk about death

DECEMBER 7, 2018 | By Grace Birnstengel

The Medicaid Experiment Treating Mind and Body

Medicaid

How a person-centered approach improves health and saves patients money

DECEMBER 5, 2018 | By Richard Eisenberg

End-of-Life Conversations Can Bring You and Loved Ones Closer

End-of-Life Conversations

If the opportunity presents itself, honor the person by listening

NOVEMBER 30, 2018 | By Lisa Fields

Ending the Stress and Burnout Epidemic

Burnout

Arianna Huffington, a Longevity Innovator, offers her insights and advice

NOVEMBER 26, 2018 | By The Milken Institute Center for the Future of Aging

8 Ways to Avoid Holiday Stress

Holiday Stress

Don't let the noise and the hype take away from your enjoyment

NOVEMBER 23, 2018 | By Candy Arrington

Be Grateful and Be Happier

Written Thank You

Building your gratitude muscle can have physical and emotional benefits

NOVEMBER 22, 2018 | By Laura Lynn Brown

Vitality Arts Event Celebrates Creativity

Vitality Arts

The workshops encouraged older adults to step outside their comfort zones

NOVEMBER 20, 2018 | By Julie Pfitzinger

The Habits That Can Help You Live Longer

Healthy Aging

A conversation with Longevity Innovator and Nobel winner Elizabeth Blackburn

NOVEMBER 16, 2018 | By The Milken Institute Center for the Future of Aging

Play Games for Better Health

Play Games

How this pastime can offer physical, social and emotional benefits

NOVEMBER 12, 2018 | By Randi Mazzella

The Benefits of Connecting With Young People

Connecting With Young People

A chat with Longevity Innovator and Teeniors CEO Trish Lopez

NOVEMBER 9, 2018 | By The Milken Institute Center for the Future of Aging

The Personal Sacrifices Family Caregivers Make for Their Loved Ones

Family Caregivers

A recent survey shows many give up health care, money and social time

NOVEMBER 8, 2018 | By Edie Grossfield

How to Find Your Motivation for Better Health

Better Health

Your personal priorities and preferences determine how you'll make real change

NOVEMBER 6, 2018 | By Kelly K. James

How to Make U.S. Cities Blue Zones for Healthy Longevity

Blue Zones

A conversation with Longevity Innovator and 'Blue Zones' author Dan Buettner

NOVEMBER 2, 2018 | By The Milken Institute Center for the Future of Aging

Study: Older Adults Trust Physicians to Be Their Advocates

Physicians

Experts say it's an unrealistic expectation in our changing health care system

NOVEMBER 1, 2018 | By Liz Seegert

Vietnam Protesters on the Youth #NeverAgain Gun Reform Movement

NeverAgain

The issue of gun control resonates across the generations

NOVEMBER 1, 2018 | By Sandra Gurvis

Studies Show It’s Never Too Late to Improve Your Health

Improve Your Health

Emerging drug therapies show promise for improving health in later years

OCTOBER 30, 2018 | By Steven N. Austad

Coping With Grief After the Pittsburgh Tragedy

Grief

In the wake of the synagogue massacre, 11 ways to tap into resilience

OCTOBER 28, 2018 | By Jill Smolowe

Deepak Chopra on Achieving Mind-Body Balance

Deepak Chopra

A conversation with the Longevity Innovator and personal transformation icon

OCTOBER 26, 2018 | By The Milken Institute Center for the Future of Aging

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