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The Doctor Is In: Falls Prevention
College Building 1025 Walnut St. College Building, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesFalls and fall-related injuries are among the most serious and common medical problems experienced by older adults. One in four older adults will experience a fall each year, with these falls often leading to serious and costly injuries. The risk of falling increases as you get older due to changes to your vision, balance, flexibility, […]
Successful Aging with HIV
The Church of St. Luke and the Epiphany 330 S. 13th St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesAccording to the CDC, people aged 50 and over account for an estimated 45% of Americans living with diagnosed HIV. Each year, National HIV & Aging Awareness Day calls attention to the experiences of these individuals and the resources needed to support people living with HIV as they age. Great medical advancements have made HIV […]
The Doctor Is In: Cancer Screenings
William Way Community Center 1315 Spruce St., PhiladelphiaNearly one out of three people in the United States will have cancer in their lifetimes, with the large majority of cancers diagnosed in people over the age of 50. While there are lifestyle changes that reduce some of the risks of cancer, other risk factors cannot be changed. However, there are many screening procedures […]