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Community Education

Healthy habits lead to a healthy life. Research shows they can delay disability by as much as 10 years. With help from national sponsors, we bring free health education programs to older adults in their community—empowering them to live better.

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Why Managing your Medicine Matters

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The Latest in Community Education

Flu + You Wins National Award

Flu + You, a joint campaign by NCOA and Sanofi Pasteur, has won the National Influenza Vaccine Summit national award. The campaign will be updated for the 2013 flu season. New materials will be available in late August.

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Diabetes Prevention at Your Local YMCA

NCOA is partnering with the YMCA to promote a program that helps those at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes to adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.

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5 Steps to Manage Diabetes

Living with diabetes can be challenging! Start with 5 simple steps. Then sign up for our online diabetes workshop, where you'll find even more tips and support.

Why Managing your Medicine Matters

Older adults often face a double whammy when it comes to medicine. They’re more likely to use medications than younger people, but they’re also more likely to experience harmful side effects. It’s important to manage medicine wisely to stay healthy and safe. Here are 6 tips to keep in mind.