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Maddy Dychtwald
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AgeWave co-founder, entrepreneur, futurist, writer, & speaker on longevity, aging, the new retirement, & ascent of women. Author #AgelessAging MayoClinicPress
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“I quit tech because I felt … too old.” A former Big Tech employee calls out how youth-obsessed cultures turn experience into a liability. @businessinsider www.businessinsider.com/left-tech-in...
#AgeismAtWork #FutureOfWork #AgelessAging #InclusiveHiring #WorkplaceBias
I quit tech because I felt seen as too old. I didn't want to spend my 40s pretending to be 29.
When a former tech worker was jokingly called a "dino" by a coworker at 37, she realized he had a point.
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December 4, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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The partnership you didn’t know was urgent. OpenAI & AARP are rolling out tools and curricula so people 50+ can navigate tech safely, not just survive it. @OpenAI
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#AgeInclusion #LongevityEconomy #DigitalSafety #AIforGood #AgelessAging
Partnering with AARP to help keep older adults safe online
OpenAI and AARP are partnering to help older adults stay safe online with new AI training, scam-spotting tools, and nationwide programs through OpenAI Academy and OATS’s Senior Planet initiative.
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December 2, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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We’re living longer, but our health systems are still built for short lives and young bodies. A new NAM study argues it’s time to shift mindset, curricula & policy for true lifelong care.
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#HealthyAging #Longevity #AgelessAging #HealthCareReform #FutureOfWork
Redefining Aging: A Call to Action for Society to Address a Demographic Shift in Health Care - NAM
ABSTRACT | With more than half a million people globally living beyond the age of 100, it is time to rethink how health professionals and educators view older
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December 1, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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Our older years are being reframed - by fewer caregivers, higher chronic disease rates, and an uneven system built for fewer decades. These seven trends aren’t distant; they’re now. @PRBdata
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#Longevity #HealthyAging #FutureOfWork #AgelessAging #HealthEquity
7 Trends Reshaping the Health and Lifespans of America’s Rapidly Aging Population
Experts point to key dynamics challenging policymakers, health care planners, and families.
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November 30, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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When hiring algorithms favour “recent grads” and skip “decades of experience,” it’s not progress - it’s bias.
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#WorkplaceBias #AgeInclusion #LongevityEconomy #AgelessAging #InclusiveHiring
The hidden cost of ageism in America’s workforce
While DE&I efforts have successfully moved the dial when it comes to race and gender, the one form of bias that remains stubbornly entrenched in the American workplace is ageism. That’s a…
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November 29, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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You can’t count years alone; what matters is how you feel through them. Studies reveal that older adults with meaningful relationships and purpose report better mental health and resilience. @CNN
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#Longevity #AgingWell #EmotionalHealth #AgelessAging #Resilience
It’s never too late: How older adults can restore optimal well-being, according to experts | CNN
Older adults can increase their longevity through a holistic health approach that focuses on physical lifestyle changes and emotional well-being, a new study finds.
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November 28, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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A 30-year @Harvard study finds that daily coffee drinkers had better odds of aging well - physically, cognitively, and emotionally. Especially for women. @CNBCMakeIt
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#HealthyAging #WomensHealth #Longevity #AgelessAging #CoffeeBenefits
Harvard study of nearly 50,000 women over 30 years finds coffee drinking linked to healthy aging, longevity: It seems to offer 'protective benefits'
"Moderate coffee intake may offer some protective benefits when combined with regular exercise, a healthy diet and avoiding smoking," researcher says.
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November 27, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Meal-timing isn’t just about diet - it might hint at lifespan. A study found that older adults who eat breakfast later face a higher mortality risk. Timing matters. @NewAtlas
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#Longevity #HealthyAging #AgelessAging #Chrononutrition #AgelessAging
Meal timing tied to healthy aging and longevity in older adults
How and when we eat as we get older changes, but what impact this has on our health isn't well understood. New research, however, has found that in midlife and beyond, eating one particular meal…
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November 26, 2025 at 8:19 PM
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We plan vacations, careers, even weddings - why not our healthy aging? According to @BCG, most people delay wellness strategies until it’s too late.
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#HealthyAging #Longevity #AgelessAging #LifePlanning #AgelessAging
The Longevity Paradox: Why We Don’t Plan for Healthy Aging Before It’s Too Late
A new era of personalized care can add trillions in economic value by keeping people active, productive, and independent longer.
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November 25, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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Long walks aren’t just pleasant, they’re protective. A new study finds that walking in longer stretches (10+ minutes) appears to slash cardiovascular risk, especially for those with low activity.
@CNN
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#ActiveLongevity #HealthyAging #MoveMoreLiveWell #AgelessAging
Long walks linked to improved heart health and longevity | CNN
Taking a few longer walks instead of many shorter ones is linked to lower risks of cardiovascular disease and premature death, a new study finds.
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November 24, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Longevity isn’t just in your genes - your daily choices matter. Studies show lifestyle can influence how long and well you live, even when your genetics say otherwise. @nytimes
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#Longevity #HealthyAging #AgelessAging #LifestyleMatters #AgelessAging
What Matters More for Longevity: Genes or Lifestyle?
It depends on what your goal is.
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November 23, 2025 at 6:45 PM
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More older adults are living solo than ever - not because they’re isolated, but because they’re choosing autonomy. The challenge isn’t solo aging itself, but the lack of support systems that keep people safe as they age. @AARP
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#SoloAging #HealthyAging #AgelessAging
Older Americans Are Redefining Aging Alone
The number of older Americans living alone is growing. Here’s what to know
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November 22, 2025 at 3:30 PM
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Living longer isn’t just about more years—it’s about better ones. Research shows older adults experience more emotional clarity and less regret.
@WSJ
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#Longevity #PositiveAging #LifePlanning #HealthyAging #RethinkAging
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November 21, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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For the first time, people over 60 outnumber those under 15 globally. Yet our systems - from suburbs to social security - remain stuck in the past. Time to rethink aging for a better future for all. @BoomingEncore
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#LongevityEconomy #AgingWell #AgelessAging
The Demographics Of Aging – What Does This All Mean?
We have all heard the cries – the aging demographic, the silver tsunami, the graying of America. But what does this really mean?
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November 20, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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Want to thrive at 80? Start investing in your future self today. From staying active to keeping up with tech and nurturing purpose, every daily choice matters. It’s not about aging perfectly - it’s about aging intentionally and well
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#HealthyAging #AgelessAging
Invest in Your Future Self: The Path to Healthy, Intentional Aging
What do you want your 80 year old self to be like? Mike Drak shares his reflections on what he hopes for and how he plans to get there.
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November 19, 2025 at 7:45 PM
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Ageism and loneliness are public health threats, especially for older adults. Research shows resilience can buffer their mental toll, but only if we build support systems, not just expectations.
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#EndAgeism #LongevityJustice #HealthyAging
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November 18, 2025 at 8:30 PM
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AI-powered scams are on the rise, and older adults are a prime target. From fake tech support to celebrity deepfakes, today’s cons are personalized, sophisticated, and harder to spot.
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#CyberSafety #DigitalAging #FraudPrevention #AgeTech
What seniors should know about AI scams
These advancements require awareness that new methods are being used to target potential victims.
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November 17, 2025 at 4:45 PM
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Retirement isn’t one-size-fits-all. Many retirees are "unretiring" for social, emotional, or financial reasons. Staying engaged with work or passion projects can redefine this life stage and enhance well-being.
seniorplanet.org/articles-unr...
#Retirement #AgingWell #Purpose #AgelessAging
Should You Unretire? - Senior Planet from AARP
Before you retire, you need to think about much more than your finances...or just unretire.
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November 13, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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93% of adults aged 50-80 report experiencing ageism in healthcare, which can harm their health outcomes. Open communication with doctors and pushing for age-friendly care are essential steps to combat this growing issue.
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#Ageism #HealthyAging #AgelessAging
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November 12, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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A recent study shared by @washingtonpost shows aerobic fitness is key to living longer—regardless of BMI. Moderate activities like brisk walking can help lower mortality risk and improve overall health.
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#Fitness #HealthyAging #Longevity #AgelessAging
November 11, 2025 at 5:15 PM
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93% of adults aged 50-80 report experiencing ageism in healthcare, which can harm their health outcomes. Open communication with doctors and pushing for age-friendly care are essential steps to combat this growing issue.
www.nextavenue.org/combating-ag...
#Ageism #HealthyAging #AgelessAging
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November 10, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Did you know that 44% of adults 50+ say they’re happier with age? Socializing, hobbies, and healthy habits top the list of happiness drivers. Let’s keep building those meaningful connections! @AARP
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#Happiness #AgingWell #SocialConnections #AgelessAging
Social Connections Are a Key to Happiness
<p>Social interaction with friends and family is the key driver impacting happiness among midlife and older adults, this AARP Research survey finds.</p>
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November 9, 2025 at 9:15 PM
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1 in 3 U.S. adults over 50 reports feeling lonely or isolated, with rates higher among those living alone or in poor health. Screening for social connection should be as routine as diet and exercise checks. @Medscape
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#HealthyAging #SocialHealth #AgelessAging
Loneliness, Isolation Affect One Third of US Adults Over 50
Loneliness and social isolation have declined since the pandemic but still affect about one third of US adults aged 50-80 years, a new study shows.
www.medscape.com
November 8, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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95% of workers over 40 feel ageism impacts their sense of belonging at work. Phased retirement, mentorship programs, and bias audits are just a few ways to combat this issue. @WorkLife www.worklife.news/culture/the-...
#AgeInclusiveWorkplaces #Leadership
The silent career killer? Nearly every employee over 40 sees rampant ageism in the workplace
The pressure to appear younger at work manifests in subtle but pervasive ways, with men more likely than women to make such adaptations.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:31 PM
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Thinking about a career pivot at 50+? Returnships and internships are giving older workers a chance to relaunch careers, gain new skills, and contribute their expertise in new fields. It’s never too late. @AARP
www.aarp.org/work/careers...
#SecondActCareers #WorkforceInclusivity #AgelessAging
What It’s Like to Be an Intern After 50
Older workers tell why they decided to start over
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November 6, 2025 at 3:02 PM