If you’re like most Americans, you plan your future. When you take a job, you examine its benefit plan. When you buy a home, you consider its location and condition so that your investment is safe. Today, more and more Americans are protecting their most important asset—their brain. Are you? Stroke ranks as the fourth leading killer in the United States and can be devastating to individuals and their families, robbing them of their independence. Each year approximately 795,000 Americans have a stroke, with about 160,000 dying from stroke-related causes. Come and join Dr. Waseem Ahmad for a free presentation on September 10th as he shares the different types of strokes as well as strategies to prevent them. RSVP by calling (815) 285-5990 or by visiting Read On

Muscle strengthening exercises are important for everyone of all ages but are especially essential to older adults to help them stay strong and vital as they age. Join Jeff Kimpel, of KSB Cardiac Rehabilitation, for a free interactive presentation on strength and resistance training exercises to help keep you strong, independent, and vital! RSVP at (815) 285-5990 or at Read On

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