>>The CDC’s “Still Going Strong” Campaign Raises Awareness About Optimal Ways To Stay Healthy and Avoid Preventable Injuries As We Age
(Atlanta, GA) -- The CDC wants to raise awareness about optimal ways for older Virginians to stay healthy and avoid preventable injuries as we get older. Thomas Cage has the details...Preview: WRAP SCRIPT:
This May, the CDC hopes to empower older Americans to age without injury while still enjoying the hobbies and activities they love with the "Still Going Strong" campaign. Falls, motor vehicle accidents and unintentional injuries can limit an older person's mobility and independence. Dr. Gwen Bergan of the CDC, tells usPreview: Dr. Bergen suggests doing activities that improve muscle strength and your balance, get annual eye exams, and work with your doctor to address any chronic conditions. Also, go to the website...Preview: to get tips and ideas for living your best life as you age.
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Dr. Gwen Bergen of the CDC with the program 'Still Going Strong' says that older Virginians should do muscle building excercises to help with balance, address any chronic issues and their resulting medications with your doctor, and get your eyes checked for cataracts.Preview: Dr. Bergen suggests that you should go to the website www.CDC.gov/StillGoingStrong to get tips and ideas for living your best life as you age.
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"Still Going Strong", a campaign by the CDC in conjunction with Older Americans Month, aims to teach older Virginians how to live their best life. Dr. Gwen Bergen of the CDC wants us to knowPreview: Things like exercise for balance and muscle strength, get your vision checked yearly, and discuss with your doctor and chronic issues you may have. Dr. Bergen suggests that you should go to the website www.CDC.gov/StillGoingStrong to get tips and ideas for living your best life as you age.