What You Should Know About Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Scientists and health experts are still learning more about the current global outbreak of the virus, but here are some resources to keep yourself and those you care for safe and informed.

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How to Practice Social Distancing

Social distancing is the most effective action we can take to curb the potentially deadly coronavirus, or COVID-19. Learn what to do, and how to ease potential isolation, on the HealthinAging.org blog.

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Flu Season is Here

Use these tips from the Health in Aging Foundation to protect yourself from getting sick—and to promote a speedy recovery if you do.

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This giving season, support the next generation of health professionals. Donate to the Health in Aging Foundation.

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Medication use is common as we age; make sure they're appropriate, too.

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Are You Taking Care to Take Care?

Are you a caregiver? Take our new online quiz to see if your stress level is affecting your health.

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We realize you may have questions about COVID-19, the disease caused by the current novel coronavirus outbreak. We're here to help. Click here for our COVID-19 information hub.

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