The Doctor Is In (Virtually!): Falls Prevention
Falls 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, […]
Understanding COVID-19 Vaccine Research
ZoomThere are several clinical trials underway in the push to find a safe and effective vaccine for COVID-19. These clinical studies measure the effectiveness of vaccines in preventing new infections or helping to control an infection so that it doesn’t become severe disease. We will be joined by Dr. Ian Frank from the University of […]
The Doctor Is In (Virtually!): Cancer Screenings
Nearly 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 […]