HIV & Aging Updates
The Doctor Is In: Hypertension and Blood Pressure
College Building 1025 Walnut St. College Building, Philadelphia, PA, United StatesCollege Building, Brent 707 Is your blood pressure at a healthy level? Nearly half of all adults in the United States have high blood pressure, though many are unaware of this. High blood pressure, also called hypertension, can damage the circulatory system and increase the risk of several potentially fatal health issues. It is a […]
The Doctor Is In: Aging & Diabetes
William Way Community Center 1315 Spruce St., PhiladelphiaThere are over 30 million adults in the United States living with diabetes, including over a quarter of the older adult population. Many older adults living with diabetes are not aware of their diagnosis, with millions more having “prediabetes” where blood glucose levels are higher than normal. As we get older, diabetes can contribute to serious health […]
THRIVERS: Technology & Connections
William Way Community Center 1315 Spruce St., PhiladelphiaWe all know that HIV is now a manageable chronic illness and adhering to our medications and staying in care is the first step to a healthy and fulfilling future. But to truly thrive with HIV, we must also care for our social, emotional, financial, spiritual, and personal wellness. THRIVERS is a monthly discussion group […]