Aging risk factors that affect safe driving

It is easy to overlook problems that develop slowly over time because we typically accommodate our daily activities to what we can comfortably do. Consequently, issues like vision or hearing loss, decreasing physical activity, growing forgetfulness, or the impact of prescription and over-the-counter drugs are hardly noticed. Any one or a combination of these conditions [...]

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Senior food pyramid guidelines

      Older adults can feel better immediately and stay healthy for the future by choosing healthy foods. A balanced diet and physical activity contribute to a higher quality of life and enhanced independence as you age. Fruit – Focus on whole fruits rather than juices for more fiber and vitamins and aim for [...]

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Ceylon and Sri Lanka Stamp Image Library

ceylonstamps.com developing project aimed at creating an online database with images of all the stamps issued in Ceylon/Sri Lanka from the very first 1857 6d right up to the latest issue. We require your assistance to create this comprehensive database. If you are willing to contribute to this project, please provide a scanned JPG image [...]

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4 Best Exercises for Older Adults

For  seniors who want to stay healthy and independent ……………..   1. Strength exercises  Strength exercises build older adult muscles and increase your metabolism, which helps to keep your weight and blood sugar in check. Safety tips for  Strength exercises : Don’t hold your breath during strength exercises. This could affect your blood pressure. Use [...]

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Sri Lanka to an era of eGovernance – The Lanka Gate Initiative

Vision With the vision of “eSriLanka” in mind, ICTA initiated plethora of projects and programs which are envisioned to take Sri Lanka to an era of eGovernance. Thus the service offerings from Government organizations would be reviewed and re-engineered to enhance the quality of service provided to citizen via electronic media. As a result, citizens [...]

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Sri Lanka to an era of eGovernance – The Lanka Gate Initiative

Vision With the vision of “eSriLanka” in mind, ICTA initiated plethora of projects and programs which are envisioned to take Sri Lanka to an era of eGovernance. Thus the service offerings from Government organizations would be reviewed and re-engineered to enhance the quality of service provided to citizen via electronic media. As a result, citizens [...]

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What most seniors like to do in their spare time

  Today’s seniors tend to be significantly more active than seniors of the past based on comparative studies with seniors twenty years ago. A recent AARP study revealed the following "favorite hobbies" and "spare time activities" of seniors. Below are the top ten things to do:   1. Travel 2. Walking and other light exercise [...]

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Sri Lanka: Senior citizen plans legal action against Telecom Regulator

Senior citizen and former left wing politician Vasudeva Nanayakkara, who drew attention as a public activist as the successful petitioner in the Lanka Marine Services Ltd., (LMSL), is now threatening to take up another public interest issue in court – failure of the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission’s (TRC) to comply with a Supreme Court (SC) order [...]

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Senior Citizen

Senior Citizens are a treasure to our society. They have worked hard all these years for the development of the nation as well as the community. They possess a vast experience in different walks of life. The youth of today can gain from the experience of the senior citizens in taking the nation to greater [...]

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Walking Tips for Seniors

Walking may be the best fitness activity for many seniors given the relatively low physical risks and the enormous long-term health benefits. These ‘Walking Tips for Seniors’ are designed to reduce the risk of often preventable foot and ankle injuries and ailments that could lead to inactivity, and prohibit many seniors from realizing the tremendous [...]

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