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Health & Prevention

Health and prevention are two topics on the minds of most aging adults.  Here we provide information and articles to help Seniors stay healthy and stay informed in the latest advances in healthcare.  To contact NCBAM or to sign up for the quarterly newsletter, click here.

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Posted by Paige Richardson in category Maintaining Well Being on April 16, 2012

Each April, many national, state, and community organizations lead a massive effort to highlight the importance of advance healthcare decision-making. The purpose of these efforts is to encourage people to begin thoughtful conversations with...read on

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Posted by Carol Layton in category on March 26, 2012

The Wall Street Journal recently reported that swimming reduces blood pressure and improves artery health in adults 50 to 80 years old. Their report was based on a study published in the American Journal of Cardiology.

The study was the...read on

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Posted by Wendy Minton Edwards in category on March 15, 2012

Millions of aging adults suffer daily from what is often referred to as "the silent killer"., that is, high blood pressure.  While high blood pressure may not produce immediate symptoms, the result can often lead to heart disease, stroke, or...read on

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Posted by Wendy Minton Edwards in category on March 02, 2012

I've been under strict doctor's orders since my recent back surgery not to lift anything heavy or bend, stretch, or twist my body.  Believe me, it's been quite an adjustment.  During a checkup yesterday, I asked the doc when I could start...read on

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