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August 2009
In This Issue
* Director's Corner
* Tips to Lower Cardiovascular Disease Risk
* Exercise Tips for Seniors
* Ask the Geriatrician
* Help Fight Cancer at the Eagle National Bank Walk/Run
* Advocate for Health Care!
* Calendar of Events
* Try Our Delicious Tomato Recipes
Free Smoking Cessation Classes
Crozer-Keystone offers free group-based smoking cessation programs. Log on to http://calendar.crozer.org to find out when the next six-week session will take place, or check out the calendar of events listed in this edition of Healthy Living After 50.
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Director's Corner
by Barbara Alexis Looby, MSWAC, Administrative Director of CKHS Senior Health Services
For several weeks now it seems like stories of death and dying, and the tragic circumstances that surround them, have become prime time news. In addition to these high-profile deaths, we are left to cope with our own losses and daily adjustments to life’s surprises. Whether it is the death of a close friend and associate, a celebrity, a favorite author, or someone connected to us directly or by six degrees of separation, we too mourn the loss. More>
Take Heart: Tips to Lower Cardiovascular Disease Risk
The heart is our body’s most important muscle, and staying heart healthy is everyone’s priority—especially as we age. For some, it may be a total lifestyle shift—a transition from eating fatty, fried foods to eating leaner and healthier offerings; or from being sedentary to having a daily walk or run. Any form of physical activity, as long as it’s approved by your doctor, can significantly benefit you in the long run. More>
Senior Living: Exercise Tips for the
Young at Heart
As we age, we may lose focus on the important things that can help keep us healthy, like eating right and exercising. Even though exercising may seem like a chore or difficult to do, it is important to maintain routine physical activity. More>
Ask the Geriatrician
In our monthly column, Peter Warrington, D.O., answers a question regarding smoking cessation. More>
Think It's Too Late to Quit Smoking? Think Again! No matter what your age or how long you have smoked, giving up cigarettes is the ticket to a longer life. Find out more about the benefits of quitting by taking this quiz.
Take the quiz.
Help Fight Cancer at the 18th Annual Eagle National Bank 5K Walk/Run
If you are looking for a fun way to raise money for a good cause, then sign up for the 18th Annual Eagle National Bank 5K Walk/Run to Fight Cancer. All proceeds benefit the Delaware County Regional Cancer Center at DCMH and aid in the fight against cancer. Scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26, the run starts at 10 a.m. and the walk at 10:01 a.m. Cost to pre-register (before Sept. 12) is $25 for adults and $10 for children 15 and under ($30 for adults and $20 for children 15 and under who register after Sept. 12). You can register for the race either online by clicking here OR via U.S. Mail by sending your payment to:
Eagle National Bank 5K Walk/Run
Attention: Karen Doherty
48 West Marshall Road
Lansdowne, PA 19050
To register as a team (from three to eight members with at least one female member), contact Jessica Casamento at (610) 447-6122 and indicate whether you are walking or running. Deadline for team registration is Sept. 22 (team registrations will not be accepted on the day of the race). More>
Advocate for Health Care: Send a Message to Oppose Cuts
Act now and influence the outcome of the budget discussion for Pennsylvania. Join Crozer-Keystone Health System in our efforts to alert your elected state officials that further cuts to our funding seriously and negatively impact the care our hospitals can provide. The proposed 2009-2010 Pennsylvania State budget contains significant cuts to hospitals’ Medicaid funding. It will also eliminate all supplemental funding for Burn, Trauma and Obstetrical services. These cuts affect health care services that people cannot go without. Make your voice heard; send an online letter to your elected officials by going to www.crozer.org and clicking on the box in the center of the page that says, “Tell Your Lawmakers…” You will be prompted for further instructions to send your letter.
Calendar of Events
Crozer-Keystone Health System is proud to offer a range of outreach programs and events to the people in the Delaware County communities we serve. This comprehensive guide lists activities taking place in August at Crozer-Keystone’s five hospitals and other area locations. More>
You Say Tomato? We Say Try Our Tomato Recipes!
Whether you say tom-ay-to or tom-ah-to, one thing we can all agree on is the versatility, good taste and health benefits of this summer staple. Whether fresh-picked from your own backyard or plucked from your supermarket aisle, have a bushel ready to try this month’s Health eCooking Show™ recipes. More>
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