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A few months ago I broke my arm when I took a fall. That in itself isn't notable (except for me!); falls happen to the best of us. What made this different — and a little bit humbling — was that at the time I was checking my phone to see when the next bus would arrive. I didn't see the two steps down on the sidewalk.

Ed. note: This blog is cross-posted from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Blog. The original post date was January 6, 2015.

It's a new year, full of opportunity, promise, and hope. While no one knows what 2015 will bring, there is one truth we can't escape: we're all older than we were last year. Aging is a natural part of life, and it's up to us to make the most of it. To me, that means being active and feeling my best. No matter your age, you can feel your best, too! Here are six easy ways you can stay active and healthy in 2015.

As the year end approaches, so do all of the holidays we love, bringing with them the decorations, music, get-togethers, and of course the food and drinks we love to indulge (and sometimes overindulge) in. I am generally a healthy eater and try to exercise frequently, but all of the tasty treats available this time of year do make it a challenge. As much fun as the holidays are, they can also be a bit stressful, which makes choosing healthy food options even more difficult.

What's the best holiday gift I have ever received? Not having to do the whole holiday thing.

Did you know that there are more than 2.2 million women Veterans in the United States? Yet many do not know that they may be eligible for health care and other benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). If a woman has served, she deserves the services and benefits she has earned.

Ed. note: This blog is cross-posted from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Blog. The original post date was December 3, 2014.