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Fifty-Plus Health
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Learning to Live Your Best at Every Age.
Cancer risk increases with age. You can lower your risk through healthy lifestyle choices, such as not smoking, proper nutrition, exercise and reducing sun exposure. And don't forget to get your regular cancer checkups!
Request free materials including a Fifty-Plus Health Kit and the Learn To Live at Fifty-Plus newsletter, or call the Learn To Live line at 410-222-7979.
Click on any of the topics listed below for helpful information about cancer prevention and other health issues of interest to citizens aged Fifty-Plus:
- Breast and Cervical Cancer Program
- Colorectal Cancer
- Dental Health
- Healthy Eating
- Immunizations
- Influenza or "Flu"
- Injuries and Falls - Prevention
- Prescription Discount Program
- REACH Program for Uninsured Adults
- Smoking Cessation
- Sun Safety
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For More information download the Learn To Live Newsletters:
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Fifty Plus Newsletter - 3rd edition (in Adobe PDF format)
Includes articles on how to find reliable health information on the Internet, information about exercise and bone health and the facts about oral cancer. - Fifty Plus Newsletter - 4th edition (in Adobe PDF format)
Includes articles on the physical and mental health benefits of exercise, year-round sun safety tips and the advantages of a tobacco-free life. - Fifty Plus Newsletter - 5th edition (in Adobe PDF format)
Includes articles on the myths of aging, Medicare coverage for smoking cessation counseling, benefits of eating a healthy breakfast and participating in mall walking and appropriate health screenings. - Fifty Plus Newsletter - 6th edition (in Adobe PDF format)
Includes articles on diet and cancer risk, the use of dietary supplements, benefits of stretching, healthy food alternatives when eating out and secondhand smoke.
For more information, view these Web sites or call the number provided for valuable health facts for older Americans. Some will link to other Web sites that provide health resources and information:
Anne Arundel County Department of Aging and Disabilities 410-222-4464
Provides information on all programs and services offered by the Department of Aging including county senior centers and nutrition sites. www.aacounty.org/aging
State of Maryland Department of Aging 1-800-243-3425
Provides a listing of state services, resources, employment opportunities and tips for nutrition and health promotion. www.mdoa.state.md.us
Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks 410-222-7300
Provides information on county parks and trails, recreation programs, swim centers and upcoming events. www.aacounty.org/RecParks
Anne Arundel Community College 410-777-AACC
Provides continuing education classes including physical fitness classes. www.aacc.edu
American Cancer Society 1-800-ACS-2345
Provides information on cancer including colorectal, breast, prostate, lung, oral and skin. They also have information on smoking cessation, healthy eating and physical fitness. www.cancer.org
National Cancer Institute 1-800-422-6237
Provides information on a range of cancers including melanoma. Information available includes screening, treatment, prevention, support and resources, as well as educational materials. www.cancer.gov/cancer_information
U.S. Food and Drug Administration 1-888-INFO-FDA
Provides numerous articles, brochures and other publications with information for older people on a wide range of health issues, including arthritis, cancer, health fraud and nutrition. www.fda.gov/oc/seniors
American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) 1-888-OUR-AARP
Provides information for older adults on health topics including physical fitness and nutrition, as well as driver safety, tax aid and local chapter programs. www.aarp.org
American Diabetes Association 1-800-DIABETES
Provides specific information for diabetics on exercise, nutrition, oral health and eye disease. www.diabetes.org
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services HealthFinder
Provides information on disease prevention, healthy eating and exercise, as well as links to reliable health Web sites and online publications. www.healthfinder.gov
Arthritis Foundation 1-800-568-4045
Provides information on conditions, treatments and medications, as well as local exercise programs, events and physicians. www.arthritis.org
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Last Update: 3.13.08
Let's work together to promote healthier living in Anne Arundel County.
Anne Arundel County Department of Health, 3 Harry S. Truman Parkway, Annapolis, Maryland 21401, 410-222-7095