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Aging
Aging
The
Pennsylvania Medical Society
addresses health challenges facing senior citizens in the commonwealth. Take a health assessment, check out links to agencies that serve Pennsylvania’s aging population, and read a physician’s firsthand story about treating aging patients.
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Health Challenges for Aging Citizens
With increased life expectancies come increased illnesses, injuries, and disabilities. That's the focus of this health highlight.
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A Patient Story: Aging
Get tips on improving your health from the president of the Pennsylvania Medical Society.
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