Healthy Aging

Discover how the CDC promotes healthy aging, tackling dementia, arthritis, and caregiving issues.

This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional.

Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — Content from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (public domain).

Middle-aged African-American man, Asian girl, African-American woman, others volunteer food pantry

Healthy Aging at Any Age

Information to help you stay healthy and strong throughout your life.

Learn More

Sept. 3, 2024

Hands holding a puzzle shaped like a human head, with two pieces missing in the brain area.

Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia

Explore causes, risks, signs, and getting help for symptoms.

Aug. 9, 2024

Two female hands holding another hand in a show of caring and support.

Caregiving

Find information about caregiving, self-care, and Care Plan creation.

Sept. 3, 2024

group of adults participating in a dance class

Arthritis

Learn about arthritis, one of the most common chronic conditions in the United States.

June 4, 2024

Dementia and Caregiving Highlights

Older man looks out of a window

About Dementia

Learn about common types of dementia, signs and symptoms, and risk factors.

Aug. 17, 2024

Female caregiver with her arm around older woman

Caregivers of a Person with Alzheimer’s Disease or a Related Dementia

Learn more about caregiving and find resources to help.

Sept. 3, 2024

Public health has a unique role to play in elevating support for caregivers.

The Healthy Brain Initiative (HBI) road map series addresses brain health, caregiver needs.

Learn about the BOLD Infrastructure for Alzheimer’s Act.

Find materials to support your work in implementing the Healthy Brain Initiative (HBI) Road Map.

Easy access to national and state level CDC data on a range of key indicators.

Arthritis Highlights

Man and woman walking with their dog as a form of physical activity

Self-Care for Arthritis: Five Ways to Manage Your Symptoms

CDC recognizes five self-care strategies for managing arthritis and its symptoms.

Jan. 17, 2024

Group of adults enjoying water aerobics.

About Physical Activity and Arthritis

Guidance on how people with arthritis can safely do physical activity to help manage their pain.

Feb. 14, 2024

Man and woman walking, woman gardening, and man in wheelchair lifting hand weights

Physical Activity and Self-Management Education Programs for Arthritis

Local and remote programs are available to help adults with arthritis reduce pain and disability.

Mar. 11, 2024

⚠ Caution
Medical Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional for medical advice.