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December 2, 2025Dec 2, 2025Beat the ‘winter blues’ (seasonal depression)
Winter brings shorter days, colder weather and less sunlight. This can affect our mood, energy and sleep. Some people notice a drop in their mood following daylight saving tim...
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December 2, 2025Dec 2, 2025Mural Arts Philadelphia founder Jane Golden prepares for retirement
Under the direction of Jane Golden, Mural Arts Philadelphia has grown from a small city agency into the nation’s largest public art program.
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December 2, 2025Dec 2, 2025Pulmonary hypertension is serious, but treatment is available
You are probably familiar with the term hypertension, which means high blood pressure. Pulmonary is a lesser-known term. It refers to the arteries that carry blood from the ri...
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December 2, 2025Dec 2, 2025Center for Advocacy for the Rights and Interests of Elders (CARIE) has closed
For nearly 50 years, CARIE has advocated on behalf of older adults. The agency has administered many programs and services across the city of Philadelphia, the Commonwealth of...
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December 2, 2025Dec 2, 2025Ableism: What it is and why it matters for older adults and people with disabilities
Most of us are familiar with the words racism or sexism. But ableism is less known, even though it affects millions of people every day. Ableism is the idea that people withou...
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December 2, 2025Dec 2, 2025Senior companions help aging adults combat loneliness with friendship and support
In Philadelphia, many older adults want to remain in their own homes as they age. They know their neighbors. They have favorite shops and doctors. Home feels safe.
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December 2, 2025Dec 2, 2025Look out for loved ones, neighbors this holiday season
As the year comes to a close, the holiday season reminds us of what matters most: connection, compassion and community. It’s a time to gather with loved ones, reflect on the...
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