Healthy Living
These past several months, older adults in our community have been diligent about getting their booster shots to keep themselves and their families and friends safe. This spring the CDC approved a 4th booster shot for people 50 years of age or older or for people who are moderately to severely immunocompromised. Take YOUR FOURTH Shot!
Join University of Arizona Health Sciences and Banner - University Medicine for our second annual Fall Prevention Fair! Date and time: Thursday, September 29, 2022 4:30–7:00 PM MST Location: Health Sciences Innovation Building 1670 E. Drachman St. Tucson, AZ 85721 Eventbrite Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/falls- prevention-fair-2022-tickets-344819052067 About this event The second annual Falls Prevention Fair hosted by Banner - University Medicine and the University of Arizona Health Sciences empowers older adults with the tools they need to live happy, healthy lives free from the fear of falling. Join us for educational sessions from a variety of university experts, interactive workshops in balance and tai chi, a vendor fair, food and refreshments, and giveaways. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., and presentations will begin at 5 p.m. Featured topics will include:* • Falls prevention risks for older adults • Fractures, osteoporosis, and prevention of fractures • Medication that can increase fall risk • Nutrition and hydration for fall and fracture prevention • Adaptive equipment for mobility • Clutter and home safety *Schedule subject to change. Stay tuned for more details closer to the event date.
It’s easy with the pandemic restrictions beginning to lift to forget what a threat COVID-19 still poses for us and our communities. Our single best bet to stopping new variants and ensuring the safety of ourselves and others is to make sure you are up to date with your vaccines. And that means to take the latest booster shots as you become eligible. Visit covid19.pcoa.org for the most up to date information about the COVID-19 vaccine and for information on how you can receive your COVID-19 booster shots.
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Pima Council on Aging
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