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Staying Ahead of Aging: The Essentials of Preventive Health and Health Maintenance in Later Life

Staying Ahead of Aging: The Essentials of Preventive Health and Health Maintenance in Later Life

Update: 2025-07-10
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What screenings matter as we age — and when and how often should we get them?

In this episode of Aging Forward, Dr. Daniel Sanchez Pellecer breaks down what preventative health really looks like for older adults, especially those living with chronic conditions. He shares how screening can help us avoid unnecessary hospitalizations, reduce healthcare costs, and advises listeners on which screenings to get — and when to skip them. 

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Staying Ahead of Aging: The Essentials of Preventive Health and Health Maintenance in Later Life

Staying Ahead of Aging: The Essentials of Preventive Health and Health Maintenance in Later Life

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