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Actively Advocating for your Care
Temple University - Center City 1515 Market St., Philadelphia, PA, United StatesConnecting with the right physical and mental health services is vital to aging successfully. Yet, it can sometimes be challenging to get the care we need and to understand the treatments we are given. Many in our communities face the added responsibility of navigating this care without the support of spouses and children. Being a […]
Breast Health-Our Bodies Program
William Way Community Center 1315 Spruce St., PhiladelphiaPresented by the LGBT Elder Initiative and Bebashi Nearly 330,000 people are estimated to be diagnosed with breast cancer each year in the United States. While the disease is often random, it is important to be aware of risk factors such as family history and age in order to have informed conversations with doctors and […]
The Doctor Is In: Healthy Bones
William Way Community Center 1315 Spruce St., PhiladelphiaThe human skeleton is made up of more than 200 bones! Our bones serve the vital functions of supporting our organs, shaping the body, producing blood cells, and protecting our brains, spinal cords, hearts and lungs. As we age, our bones can lose density and become weaker. Bone loss can cause osteoporosis, where bones can become so […]