Colorado State University Columbine Health Systems Center for Healthy Aging

03/05/2026

Did you know that regulation of your blood sugar can change as you age? 🩸

Insulin sensitivity drops and insulin production slows, leaving sugar in your bloodstream longer.
This can increase your risk for diabetes and related health issues.

➡️ Swipe to see why this matters and how small lifestyle habits can make a big difference!

02/28/2026

Meet Dr. Nicole Ehrhart, Director of CSU’s Center for Healthy Aging!

A leader in aging research, she’s spent 20+ years advancing regenerative medicine, cancer therapies, and strategies to extend healthspan in humans and animals. Breaking barriers as the first woman to hold a University-level Endowed Chair at CSU, she’s shaping the future of healthy aging. 🌟

02/24/2026

Happy Tip Tuesday, our weekly series sharing small, research backed habits that support healthy living at every age!

This week’s tip focuses on heart and artery health. Research shows that regular aerobic exercise, lowering excess sodium, maintaining a healthy weight and blood glucose in low normal ranges can significantly improve how well your arteries dilate and reduce stiffness as you age.

Small habits today can help your body work optimally as you age.

See you next 💚

02/19/2026

A first look at Moving Through Parkinson’s 🎬

This upcoming film highlights the inspiring Moving Through Parkinson’s group hosted at the Center and led by Lisa Morgan. Through movement, community, and resilience, participants redefine what it means to live well with Parkinson’s.

Filmed by Charlie Theobald. Full film coming soon!

02/10/2026

This or That: CHA Edition!

Healthy aging looks different for everyone. Get to know Ali, our admin assistant, and how she lives a healthy lifestyle!

01/26/2026

Did you know your arteries naturally become stiffer as you age and produce less nitric oxide, a molecule that helps them dilate during activity? This change can increase risk for heart disease, stroke, and even cognitive decline over time. Understanding how your body changes with age helps you make choices that protect your healthspan.

Want to learn simple research backed ways to support your artery health? Tune in this Tuesday for Tips Tuesday where we share practical habits you can start right away.

01/23/2026

We don’t just study aging, we turn science into action.

At the Columbine Health Systems Center for Healthy Aging, research doesn’t stay in the lab. It becomes education, training, and community partnerships that support real people at every stage of life.

From cutting-edge research on how we age, to interdisciplinary learning for students and professionals, to outreach that brings discoveries into everyday life, our work is all about helping people prevent disease, stay mobile, and age with a healthy mind and body.

Follow along as we share the science behind healthy aging and how it’s making an impact right now.

01/20/2026

Through interdisciplinary research, hands-on education, and community engagement, we turn aging science into real-world impact! 🧬🌱

In simpler terms, we study how people age — and how they can stay healthy, active, and independent as they get older. By bringing together researchers, students, and community partners, we explore the biological, mental, and social sides of aging.

Our work goes beyond the lab. We turn research into education, programs, and real-world solutions that support individuals, families, and communities across the lifespan.

12/19/2025

Did you know, Colorado State University is the first university in Colorado to be designated an Age-Friendly University (AFU)? 🐏✨

What does “age-friendly” actually mean?
It means CSU is committed to creating a campus where people of every age can learn, participate, grow, and belong.

CSU’s AFU designation reflects something we deeply believe:
A campus that embraces aging is a campus that supports connection, inclusion, and lifelong opportunity.

We’re proud to be part of a university leading the way in age-friendly innovation.

12/17/2025

Happy Tip Tuesday, our weekly series sharing small, research-backed habits that support healthy living at every age!

Since it’s finals week for many at CSU, today’s tip is all about sleep — one of the most important factors for both academic performance and healthy aging.

Here are 3 inclusive, research-backed strategies you can adapt to your lifestyle:
😴 Set a gentle sleep routine — even a loose schedule improves memory and focus.
📱 Reduce blue light before bed — if screens are unavoidable, lower brightness or switch to “night mode.”
🌙 Shape your ideal sleep space — cool room, eye mask, soft lighting, white noise, whatever makes rest accessible to you.

Sleep supports:
🧠 Cognitive function
🔥 Metabolic health
❤️ Heart and stress regulation
🦵 Mobility and balance

No matter what finals week looks like for you — studying, working, caregiving, commuting — you deserve rest. Your health matters today and years from now!

See you next 💚🐏

06/16/2025

CHA Faculty Affiliate, Dr. Neha Lodha, was recently featured in a press release from the Alzheimer's Association showcasing her I-DRIVE study. The Center for Healthy Aging is proud to be helping with recruiting efforts. You can read the full story here: https://www.alz.org/co/news/csu-study-monitors-driving-for-early-alzheimer-s-signs Congratulations, Dr Lodha!

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05/05/2025

Have you ever wondered what impact research at CSU has in the world? You might be surprised by the far-reaching effects of the work happening right here! Check out Colorado State University Research's new site that showcases all the impacts your support bring!

Research Driven by Energy. Defined by Impact. High-Impact Research. Everyday Solutions. At Colorado State University, research doesn’t stop at discovery — it moves into action. Our work fuels healthier lives, stronger communities, resilient industries, and a more sustainable world. From clean en...