Dentures & Oral Health: Keeping Your Smile Healthy at Any Age
Good oral health is important for overall well-being, especially as we age. Dr. Cara Copeland, DMD, Associate Professor at Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine invites you to learn about how to care for your dentures, preventing common oral health issues, and maintaining a healthy mouth.
West Valley Heart Walk
9 out of 10 people who suffer cardiac arrest outside the hospital die. In most of those cases, bystander CPR was not performed. But we can change this. Cardiac arrests happen at work, in homes, on athletic fields and in neighborhoods everywhere, and the readiness of our community can be the difference between life and […]
American Diabetes Association State of Diabetes
This pivotal gathering unites influential leaders across sectors—employers, industry experts, health care professionals, payers, and community members—all committed to improving health outcomes and reducing the impact of diabetes.This year’s panel will dive into a critical discussion:Addressing Obesity and Diabetes: Strategies for Healthier Lives and Lower Costs. This is an American Diabetes Association event and a […]
Advanced Directives
Advance care planning is a facilitated process of planning for future health and personal care. Advance directives guide future decision-making at a time when a person is unable to make their wishes known to their healthcare team. Carla Sutter, MSW, of the Arizona Healthcare Directives Registry will help you design a plan that honors your […]
Understanding Vein & Vascular Health
A vascular disease is a condition that affects arteries and veins. Most often, a vascular disease affects blood flow. Dr. Carlos Echevarria from the Veins & Vascular Centers of Excellence invites you to learn about symptoms, causes, the effects of vascular disease, and the care and treatment of vein and vascular conditions.
Fall Prevention: Simple Ways to Reduce
No matter what age you are, a fall can seriously affect your quality of life. Come and learn about simple strategies to reduce your risk with the team from Wall 2 Wall Sports & Rehab.
The Aging Spine
As we age, changes in our spine lead to stiffness, pain, and even mobility issues-but not all back pain is inevitable or untreatable. Dr. Alec Sundet from Sonoran Spine will help you understand how the spine changes with age, what symptoms deserve attention, and what you can do to maintain strength, flexibility, and quality of […]
What is Atrial Fibrillation?
Atrial fibrillation (AF or Afib) is the most common type of irregular heart rhythm. Dr. Andrew Kaplan from Phoenix Heart invites you to learn about atrial fibrillation, including symptoms, causes, risk factors and new treatment options.
The Fundamentals of Fall Prevention
No matter what age you are, a fall can seriously affect your quality of life. Come and learn about simple strategies to reduce your risk with the team from Wall 2 Wall Sports & Rehab.
Stroke: Recovery, Care and Prevention
Stroke is a leading cause of disability and affects the mental, emotional and physical health of a survivor’s life. Tara Lakes, OTR/L, from Banner Rehabilitation Hospital will discuss how occupational therapy helps stroke survivors to regain independence with their daily activities by setting meaningful goals.
