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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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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 #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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January 13, 2026 at 12:10 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
www.aarp.org/family-relat...
#HealthyAging ##AgelessAging
Older Americans Are Redefining Aging Alone
The number of older Americans living alone is growing. Here’s what to know
www.aarp.org
January 12, 2026 at 12:09 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.
nam.edu/perspectives...
#HealthyAging ##AgelessAging
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
nam.edu
December 26, 2025 at 9:30 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
www.prb.org/resources/se...
#Longevity #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.
www.prb.org
December 25, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Workforces built for youth won’t survive the longevity era. Older adults want to up-skill, innovate & contribute, but face ageism and tech barriers. Smart companies will see them as an asset, not a cost. @wef
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#AgelessAging #AgeDiversity
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December 24, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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From unpasteurized dairy to high-sodium snacks, knowing what to avoid is key to aging well. @NCOAging highlights 8 common dietary pitfalls for older adults - plus food assistance programs that make healthy eating more accessible.
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#HealthyAging #AgelessAging
8 Ways to Make Better Food Choices for Older Adults
You may already know what foods seniors should eat—but which foods should they steer clear of? Here are some dietary disasters to limit or avoid and some better choices to help keep older adults…
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December 23, 2025 at 3:37 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.
@BoomingEncore
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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.
boomingencore.com
December 22, 2025 at 1:38 PM
maddydychtwald.bsky.social
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
edition.cnn.com/2025/10/27/h...
#ActiveLongevity #HealthyAging #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.
edition.cnn.com
December 19, 2025 at 2:28 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
www.aarp.org/family-relat...
#SoloAging #AgingWell #AgelessAging
Older Americans Are Redefining Aging Alone
The number of older Americans living alone is growing. Here’s what to know
www.aarp.org
December 18, 2025 at 2:23 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.
@NextAvenue: www.nextavenue.org/ageism-lonel...
#EndAgeism #HealthyAging
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December 17, 2025 at 6:15 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. Digital literacy is no longer optional; it's essential.
@Newsday: www.newsday.com/long-island/...
#DigitalAging
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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December 16, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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Americans are saving for retirement like never before. Vanguard reports a record 7.7% average 401(k) contribution rate in 2024, up sharply from 2022. Including employer matches, the average hit 12%, within the ideal savings range. @KerryHannon
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New Vanguard report: Americans are saving for retirement at record levels
Americans set aside a record-high portion of their paycheck in their 401(k) accounts last year, according to Vanguard.
finance.yahoo.com
December 15, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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In 11 U.S. states - including Florida, Maine & Pennsylvania - adults 65+ now outnumber children under 18. The gap between aging and youth is shrinking fast. @AARP www.aarp.org/events-histo...
#LongevityEconomy #AgingWell #AgelessAging
Adults 65-Plus Now Outnumber Kids in 11 States
New Census Bureau report shows rapid growth of older population
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December 14, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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When America hits 20% of its population over 65 in the next five years, the winners won’t be the ones ignoring it. They’ll be the ones designing for it. @BarronsOnline
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#FutureOfWork #AgeDiversity #InvestmentTrends
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December 13, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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Health span isn’t just personal - it’s financial. UBS highlights three drivers: rising older populations, longer life expectancy, and a surge in “live-well” demand. Time to rethink where growth comes from. @UBS
www.ubs.com/us/en/wealth...
#Longevity ##HealthyAging #LifePlanning
Three reasons now is an opportune time to invest in longevity
CIO have recently published its third Transformational Innovation Opportunity—Longevity. As people live longer and the share of the elderly in the population grows amid demographic shifts, the…
www.ubs.com
December 12, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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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.
www.businessinsider.com
December 11, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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When your Google account starts grading your age by content habits - welcome to the new reality of “inferred youth.” AI age-estimation means less access for those tagged under 18, more safeguards, and more privacy questions. @TechCrunch
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#FutureOfWork #AgelessAging
Google is experimenting with machine learning-powered age-estimation tech in the US | TechCrunch
Google will use machine learning and user data to estimate age of users in the U.S.
techcrunch.com
December 10, 2025 at 5:26 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
openai.com/index/aarp-p...
#AgeInclusion #LongevityEconomy #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.
openai.com
December 9, 2025 at 5:21 PM
maddydychtwald.bsky.social
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.
nam.edu/perspectives...
#HealthyAging #Longevity #AgelessAging
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
nam.edu
December 8, 2025 at 5:20 PM
maddydychtwald.bsky.social
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
www.prb.org/resources/se...
#Longevity #HealthyAging #AgelessAging
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.
www.prb.org
December 7, 2025 at 5:20 PM
maddydychtwald.bsky.social
Health span isn’t just personal - it’s financial. UBS highlights three drivers: rising older populations, longer life expectancy, and a surge in “live-well” demand. Time to rethink where growth comes from. @UBS
www.ubs.com/us/en/wealth...
#Longevity #LongevityEconomy #AgelessInnovation #HealthyAging
Three reasons now is an opportune time to invest in longevity
CIO have recently published its third Transformational Innovation Opportunity—Longevity. As people live longer and the share of the elderly in the population grows amid demographic shifts, the…
www.ubs.com
December 6, 2025 at 2:30 PM
maddydychtwald.bsky.social
“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.
www.businessinsider.com
December 4, 2025 at 3:32 PM
maddydychtwald.bsky.social
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
openai.com/index/aarp-p...
#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.
openai.com
December 2, 2025 at 3:32 PM
maddydychtwald.bsky.social
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.
nam.edu/perspectives...
#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
nam.edu
December 1, 2025 at 6:30 PM
maddydychtwald.bsky.social
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
www.prb.org/resources/se...
#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.
www.prb.org
November 30, 2025 at 3:31 PM