Fidelita Levy came to the United States in 1962 to help meet the country’s need for nurses. After marrying her husband, she became a U.S. citizen and raised a family. For many years, Levy worked in communities all over the country, taking care of sick and injured people and teaching the next generation of nurses. At her last job with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Inspector General, she investigated healthcare issues to make sure veterans got the best possible care. One of her final investigations even led to the discovery of a serial killer.
Feeding Your Vision: Nutrients for Optimal Eye Health
This September, we observe Healthy Aging Month as an opportunity to highlight aging well. What does it look like to age well? Let’s begin with our eyes. While getting older brings about physical changes, it doesn’t have to diminish our vision. A nutritious diet supports optimal eye health, helping to preserve vision and reduce the risk of age-related eye conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration.
According to the National Institute on Aging, one in four older adults aged 65 or older falls every year. Falls can be caused by a simple accident, like losing your footing, but there are other factors that increase the risk of falling. These include health conditions, medications, and even poor lighting. After a fall, some older adults develop a fear of falling and begin limiting their activity. However, decreasing physical activity actually increases the risk of falls. The good news is that many falls are preventable.
Connecting the Community: Celebrate Communication Returns This September!
Nearly 200,000 people in Fairfax County are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Maybe you’re one of them, or love someone who is. Either way, you won’t want to miss Celebrate Communication 2025 – Northern Virginia’s premier accessibility and inclusion event, designed just for you.
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