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The Doctor Is In: Skin Cancer & Summer Safety
The LGBT Elder Initiative and Jefferson Health present "The Doctor Is In: Skin Cancer and Summer Safety" on August 14, 2019 at the William Way Community Center.
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Advocacy Alert: Legislation targets illegal gambling, seeks to protect Lottery Fund for older Pennsylvanians
In 1971, Act 91 established the Pennsylvania State Lottery with the main purpose of funding programs and services for older Pennsylvanians. State law requires that at least 25% of gross lottery sales are dedicated to programs benefiting seniors. This funding includes...
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Medicare Open Enrollment starts October 15th
Medicare’s annual open enrollment period takes place from October 15th through December 7th. During this open enrollment, Medicare beneficiaries can change their Medicare health plans and prescription drug coverage for the upcoming year. During Open Enrollment,...
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The Doctor Is In: Aging & Diabetes
There 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 problems such as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, and nerve damage. Join the LGBT Elder Initiative and Jefferson Health for this month’s “Doctor Is In”…
THRIVERS: Technology & Connections
We 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 for people impacted by HIV that relies on the personal expertise within our communities to help one another get the most out of life and…