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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 […]
The Doctor Is In Heart Health
College Building 1025 Walnut St. College Building, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesHeart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Aging can cause changes in the heart and blood vessels that may increase a person's risk for heart attacks, strokes, heart failure, or coronary heart disease. While heart disease in older adults is common, there are many ways to screen for cardiovascular issues […]