Inflammation

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The bottom line

Even though we know that chronic inflammation is closely linked to a number of chronic diseases, quashing inflammation isn’t the only approach, or the best one, in all cases.

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Fortunately, you can take measures to fight or even prevent unhealthy inflammation. Living an “anti-inflammatory life” isn’t always easy. But if you can do it, there’s an added bonus: Measures considered to be anti-inflammatory are generally good for your health, with benefits that reach well beyond reducing inflammation.

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FREE TAI CHI/YOGA COMBO CLASS

Combine yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong and meditation for a healthy body and a peaceful mind. This program can be done seated on a chair or a mat. This free class takes place on Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Gaithersburg Library, 18330 Montgomery Village Ave., Gaithersburg, MD. To register, visit mcpl.libnet.info and click on events or call (240) 773-9490.

DEMENTIA 101

Learn the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, and find out about current treatments, non-drug therapies, and better testing methods on the horizon. This free presentation takes place on Fri., Feb. 17 from 10:30 a.m. to noon at the Centerville Library, 14200 St. Germain Dr., Centreville, VA. To register, visit bit.ly/DementiaPresentation.

BOLLYWOOD DANCE FITNESS (VIRTUAL)

Instructor Aparna Rao leads a fun Bollywood dance fitness class. This free event takes place on Tue., Feb 21 from 6 to 7 p.m. online. An invitation to attend will be sent to registered participants a day before the event starts. No experience is necessary. Register at bit.ly/DanceFitnessClass.

Train Your Brain Club

Work on coloring pages, crossword puzzles, sudoku, word searches, board games, jigsaw puzzles, mazes and many more fun activities to sharpen the brain while meeting other older adults. This free group meets on Thu., Feb. 23 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Reston Library, 11925 Bowman Towne Dr., Reston, VA. To register, visit bit.ly/BrainClub.

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Maryland

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Clinical Health Studies

❏ Clonal Hematopoiesis of Indeterminate Potential (CHIP) Study (See article on page 16)

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