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Community Partnerships at Work: The Free Dental Program Helps Seniors

Having the ability to receive dental cleanings and oral cancer screenings is something most people take for granted. However, lots of senior...

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Six Ways to Prevent a Fall

“Falls affect all of us, whether it be personally or from someone we love taking a tumble,” says Amanda Lencyk, a trauma...

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Keep Moving: Staying Active as a Senior

Whether you’re a senior or not, surely you know one. And now, you’ll know why it is so important that especially as...

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You know to stay home when you have the flu—but for how long? Even if you’re feeling better, you’re still contagious 5 to 7 days after your symptoms first appeared. So enjoy a few extra days of rest and avoid passing the illness to others. #FluSeason #HealthTips

David thought he had an eye issue when his vision started worsening. He finally visited Mercy Health – #Paducah #Neurology to consult with a doctor and receive an MRI. The scan revealed a metastatic #melanoma, or large tumor, growing in his brain and affecting his ability to see, among other things. Now a brain cancer survivor, David has a lot to be thankful for this holiday season. He just celebrated his 89th birthday and is grateful to be healthy and alive. What are you thankful for this year? Share it with us in our comments.
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#thankful #thanksgiving #grateful #braintumor #braincancer

Need to contribute to #Friendsgiving? Consider adding a vegetable-based side to the table. These stuffed squash taste like an indulgence but are a whole lot healthier.
Fill cooked butternut squash with a hearty filling consisting of quinoa, kale, chickpeas, cranberries, and desired herbs and seasonings. Serve warm and enjoy!
#ThanksgivingRecipes #HealthyEating

Keep your Thanksgiving indulgences in check with simple swaps like this protein-packed recipe for Chocolate Pecan Pie, a healthier spin on the classic dessert. ✅ 1 cup pecans ✅ 2 tsp vanilla extract & cornstarch ✅ 1/4 tsp salt ✅ 5/8 cup pure maple syrup ✅ 1 tbsp sugar ✅ 12.3 oz silken-firm tofu ✅ 2 tbsp cocoa powder ✅ Graham-cracker crust
Blend all ingredients (except pecans) until smooth. Add pecans and pulse a few times until chopped. Pour into a prepared pie crust and top with additional pecans if desired. Bake at 350 F for 45 minutes and enjoy warm or chilled!
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#pecanpierecipe #fallrecipe #thanksgivingrecipe #proteindessert

Cold caps play an important role for cancer patients during treatment and they aid in preventing hair loss. We are so grateful to the Pilgrim's Pride staff for their efforts and kindness.
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The Lourdes Hospital Foundation in Paducah, KY recently received a donation from Pilgrim's Chicken Paducah employees for our cold caps program in honor of breast cancer month in October. They hosted a woman-less beauty pageant, sold bracelets, and placed pink ribbons around the complex in honor of those affected by breast cancer.
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#breastcancercare #cancercare #coldcap #padcuahky #communityofcare

Unsure if your frequent bathroom breaks are normal or out of control? Our quiz can help. Answer the questions below and consider seeing your doctor for overactive bladder if you check two or more boxes.
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#bladder #bladderhealth #bladdercontrol #overactivebladder

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