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Heat-induced illness in seniors

The summer may be winding down, but the heat's still blazing on. While fun in the sun has both physical and emotional health benefits, it's extremely important to know the dangers and warning signs of heat-related illnesses, especially for seniors.

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Healthy skin information for seniors

In observance of #NationalMelanomaSkinCancerAwarenessMonth, take a minute to review these facts and figures on skin cancer and melanoma. Awareness and education is especially important for seniors, as older age groups are at an increased risk for developing this all-too-common disease.

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