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, a national model for aging and disability resources. By combining online assistance with a network of volunteers, SeniorNavigator brings over 22,000 health and aging resources to seniors, caregivers, adults with disabilities and their families. SeniorNavigator is a public/private partnership with the Commonwealth of Virginia, Virginia Department for the Aging, local governments, and hundreds of private sector partners. SeniorNavigator—where community and technology come together.March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
It is estimated by the American Cancer Society that approximately 150,00 new cases of colorectal cancer are diagnosed each year and 50,000 people died from the disease last year. The risk of developing colorectal cancer increases with age. Men and women over the age of 50 should begin being screened if they haven't already done so. Screening tests are crucial in early diagnosis and treatment.
Do you think that you can put off screening tests? You are not alone, many people believe certain myths that prevent them from getting tested. They think you have to have symptoms to need testing-you don't. They think testing will be painful-not really so. Others think it is a condition that hits older men-it's not, in fact, an equal number of men and women are diagnosed with the disease.
Worried about the cost of screening? Good news—colorectal cancer screening costs are covered by Medicare and most commercial health insurance plans, usually starting at age 50 for the most common tests. Check with your plan for details.
Get the facts about Colorectal Cancer. Become aware so you can prevent this disease in yourself and your loved ones. Read about things you can do to prevent cancer and other diseases. It could save your life!
A special thank you to our Partners—whose commitment to community and technology allows us to reach all Virginians, with and without internet access, and offer new tools on SeniorNavigator.
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No Wrong Door No Wrong Door for long-term care is being launched in Virginia to assist seniors and adults with disabilities in determining eligibility and easily accessing the services that best fit their needs. With the Virginia Department for the Aging (VDA) leading the public sector and SeniorNavigator leading the private sector, this public/private initiative is designed to drastically improve access to, and delivery of community-based services.More information about the system. |
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