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How civic design can promote healthy aging

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/CivicDesignForAging
For many of us, a walk around the corner or a trip to the store is an effortless fact of daily life. But viewed through the eyes of an older adult with restricted mobility, that same trip can be an intimidating, physically demanding ordeal. Simple details of the urban landscape, such as uneven pavement or crosswalk timing, become harrowing obstacles to those individuals with physical limitations that make walking difficult or induce fear of falling.

More fall prevention support for seniors

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/more_fall_prevention_support_for_seniors
News release - Ministry of Healthy Living and Sport

Meet Professor Guy Faulkner – Featured Researcher for November

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/Meet-Prof-Faulkner
Earlier this year, the Centre for Hip Health and Mobility welcomed Professor Guy Faulkner to our Core Research Membership. Take a moment to learn a bit about his work.

Opinion: A Yes vote is a vote for active aging

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/Vote-Yes-Op-Ed
Chances of remaining active for longer are related to reduced sedentary behaviours, moving more and to living in a healthy community, with accessible bus stops, frequent buses, protected bike paths, safe pedestrian walkways and plenty of benches and rest stops, Heather McKay writes.

Centre for Hip and Mobility takes the BC Legislature by storm

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/centre-for-hip-and-mobility-takes-the-bc-legislature-by-storm

Bike to Work Week Victory at CHHM in 2 categories: Size and Health

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/bike-to-work-week-victory-at-chhm-in-2-categories

The Transit Referendum: On our way to making Vancouver the Greenest City in the World?

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/ASAP-Transit-Referendum

How 35 cents a day can change your life: lessons from the CityStudio

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/35-Cents

Round, round, get around ...

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/round,-round,-get-around

The Happy City, how urban systems influence our happiness

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/how-urban-systems-influence-our-happiness

The Walk of Life

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/Walk-of-life

Make it Walkable … and Sittable! Lessons from Vancouver’s West End for the new Arbutus Greenway

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/benches-are-like-porches
New research shows that benches make it possible for older adults and vulnerable seniors to get out of their homes more, meet friends, and stay in their homes and communities longer. In short, public benches make neighbourhoods more livable for seniors, improve their health, and increase their social connectedness.

Falls are not a normal part of aging: 4 key ways you can prevent falls

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/2015-Fall-Prevention-Tips
Everyone experiences a fall now and then. While most falls do not cause serious injury, occasionally we are reminded of how even a simple fall from standing can be catastrophic. Indeed, falls from standing height are the most common cause of injury-related hospitalizations across the lifespan and the number one cause of injury-related deaths in older adults. Falls are especially devastating among older adults causing over 90% of hip fractures and wrist fractures, and 60% of head injuries.

Halloween's Secret Walking Benefits

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/HalloweenWalkingBenefits
When you think of all the great things that Halloween has to offer – trick-or-treating, haunted houses, jack-o’-lanterns and all that free candy – we bet you weren’t thinking it could possibly have any healthy connections? While it’s true those little witches and warlocks are likely devouring oodles of sweet treats, they are also getting a hearty dose of physical activity -- the “miracle drug” of healthy living!

Innovative Mobile Research Lab Arrives in Victoria

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/innovative_mobile_research_lab_arrives_in_victoria
News Release - Ministry of Healthy Living and Sport

Travelling with Osteoporosis: What to think about Before, During, and After your trip

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/Travelling-Osteoporosis
Is it possible to have a happy and healthy holiday? Absolutely! With good planning and preparation, that dream vacation can become a reality. Begin by thinking about your holiday in three parts: (1) Planning and preparation before you leave; (2) How to stay safe and healthy while away; and (3) keeping a record for what worked well for future holidays. Here are some helpful hints for before, during and after your vacation.

Travelling with Osteoporosis: What to think about Before, During, and After your trip

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/Travelling-Osteoporosis
Is it possible to have a happy and healthy holiday with Osteoporosis? Absolutely! With good planning and preparation, that dream vacation can become a reality. Begin by thinking about your holiday in three parts: (1) Planning and preparation before you leave; (2) How to stay safe and healthy while away; and (3) keeping a record for what worked well for future holidays. Here are some helpful hints for before, during and after your vacation.

Travelling with Osteoporosis: What to think about Before, During, and After your trip

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/Travelling-Osteoporosis-4380
Is it possible to have a happy and healthy holiday with osteoporosis? Absolutely! With good planning and preparation, that dream vacation can become a reality. Begin by thinking about your holiday in three parts: (1) Planning and preparation before you leave; (2) How to stay safe and healthy while away; and (3) keeping a record for what worked well for future holidays. Here are some helpful hints for before, during and after your vacation.

Are older women more hip to be fit?

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/are-older-women-more-hip-to-be-fit
Watching television is one of the most popular, yet also one of the most sedentary, daytime companions of our time. Physical activity, in contrast to sedentary behaviour, is a comprehensive term that encompasses household tasks, activities of daily living, and leisure time physical activity, including exercise and sports.

Christine Voss: Tackling the physical inactivity pandemic through research and running

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/tackling-the-physical-inactivity-pandemic-through-research-and-running
VCHRI features Christine Voss, who exemplifies the importance of physical fitness for a bright mind and healthy body.

Dr. Heather McKay’s Action Schools! BC Project Showcased in CIHR’s Biannual 'Show Me the Evidence'

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/dr.-heather-mckay-s-action-schools--bc-project-showcased-in-cihr-s-biannual-show-me-the-evidence-1025
Canadian Institutes of Health Research: www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca

Sit less, live more: Why sitting is the new tobacco - and how to quit the habit

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/sit-less-live-more--why-sitting-is-the-new-tobacco---and-how-to-quit-the-habit-956
Vancouver Sun - Yvonne Jeffery (Calgary Herald) - January 31, 2012

Weight training helps prevent dementia

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/Weight training helps prevent dementia
Janice Wood, PsychCentral - April 24, 2012

Mobility Matters for BC's older adults

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/funding-from-bc-government-strengthens-supports-for-seniors
New funding from BC Government for CHHM strengthens supports for older adults

The Walk for Lupus

http://www.hiphealth.ca/blog/the_walk_for_lupus
Take a Step to Conquer Lupus on June 5
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