USA - Older American Month, May 2012

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Older Americans Month is an opportunity to recognize the guiding wisdom and important contributions of our nation's seniors.

Here are a few resources that seniors may find useful:

• Economic Security for Seniors -- Learn about reverse mortgages and job training; and find benefit programs to help pay for medications and other essentials.
• Tips on Exercise and Healthy Eating -- Get ideas for meal planning and safely increasing your level of physical activity.
• Facts about Older Americans -- Did you know that more than 16% of older Americans are in the labor force or that the fastest growing age group in the older population is 85-94? Learn more interesting facts about America's 65+ crowd.
• Senior Resources on USA.gov -- Find a wide range of resources for seniors on topics that include health, money, housing, and more.

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Men: Stay Healthy at 50 Plus

Use this information to help you stay healthy at ages 50 and above. Learn which screening tests you need and when to get them, which medicines may prevent diseases, and daily steps you can take for good health.

Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Agency for Health Research and Quality
Released: 2010
Pages: 7
Publication ID: 267
Item number: 267


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