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March 1, 2024Mar 1, 2024Beyond the plate: Community meal programs promote well-being
Meals are served in congregate (group) settings at 28 senior community centers and satellite meal sites throughout Philadelphia.
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March 1, 2024Mar 1, 2024Calcium, protein are important components of a healthy diet
Insufficient protein intake is a major threat to living independently due to the loss of muscle mass, strength and function that progressively occurs with aging.
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March 1, 2024Mar 1, 2024Good nutrition is the foundation of wellness
Your diet can either positively or negatively impact your overall wellness and the management of chronic conditions, including diabetes, heart disease and obesity.
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February 28, 2024Feb 28, 2024Measles Alert: Health department announces Measles outbreak officially over
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health has declared the recent measles outbreak officially over, following 42 days without new cases.
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February 20, 2024Feb 20, 2024WATCH: Community Conversations: Exploring Black History
PCA's efforts to support Black History Month events at senior centers across the city was spotlighted on 6abc’s Art of Aging segment.
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February 15, 2024Feb 15, 2024Call for artists: PCA’s 2024 Celebrate Arts & Aging show
PCA is pleased to invite you to enter your unique work of art in its 22nd annual Celebrate Arts and Aging event, which will be held during May’s Older Americans Month!
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February 2, 2024Feb 2, 2024What affects the body affects the eyes
Systemic health problems, including high blood pressure, heart disease or diabetes, can damage your eyes.
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February 2, 2024Feb 2, 2024Celebrate Lunar New Year with this tasty dish that symbolizes long life
These slightly thick noodles have the springy firmness that is ideal for eating on their own or as part of a multicourse meal to soak up extra sauce from other dishes.
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February 2, 2024Feb 2, 20242024 Emergency Fund Coalition Community Service Awards
The Emergency Fund Coalition asks for your assistance in the nomination process for community service awards to be bestowed at the 42nd anniversary luncheon.
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