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Let’s Ride! Keeping Your Bike in Great Shape all Summer
Benefits of Biking Did you know that you can travel three times faster on a bike than you can on foot? But it’s not just about going fast. Biking is an excellent alternative to activities like jogging, which can have a detrimental effect on joints over time. It can also help you connect with other…
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Heart Your Heart: Encouraging Cardiovascular Wellness during American Heart Month
While heart health is important during every month of the year, the month of February, which is American Heart Month, is a great time to raise awareness and explore the organ at the heart of health and wellness. Learn about keeping your heart healthy, monitoring your wellness, and more: Key Components of Cardiovascular Health Recognizing…
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Get Moving: Active Aging Week Comes to Touchmark
The Benefits of Physical Activity Physical activity can deliver a multitude of benefits, and according to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, is a must for continued health—especially for those over 65. Exercise can help keep bones strong, reduce pain from osteoarthritis, and help lower blood pressure. It can also help prevent bone loss…
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Focusing on Balance As We Move into Autumn
Understanding Fall Risks Last week was National Falls Prevention Awareness Week, which occurs annually. As summer wraps up, a change in the seasons brings changes in the weather, some of which can significantly affect our ability to safely move around. The Impact of Falls Falling, in particular, can have serious consequences. According to the National…
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Finding a Doctor that is Right for You
Finding a Doctor that is Right for You Finding a doctor is an essential step in creating a health care plan, but finding one who fits your unique needs is even more important, since the relationship you have with your doctor makes up a large part of your health care experience and can influence everything…
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Exercise and Parkinson’s Disease
Understanding the Condition Parkinson’s disease (PD) is an increasingly common condition for older adults. A neurological condition first described by James Parkinson in 1817, its symptoms include tremors, slowed movements, and loss of balance. Genes and environmental factors, such as exposure to pesticides, can increase the risk of Parkinson’s, but the exact cause of the…
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Essential Oils
Springtime is traditionally a time of cleansing and rebirth, and there is no reason that this theme should stop with spring cleaning your house. Extend your spring cleaning to your mind and body by incorporating essential oils into your daily routine. While many of us are familiar with common essential oils such as lavender and…
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Discover the Touchmark Difference
When you visit Touchmark in the West Hills, you’ll start to get a sense of what life could look like here—whether it’s the welcoming spaces, meaningful connections, or the everyday moments that bring joy. We invite you to schedule a personal tour and discover what feels right for you.