Seniors: 3 Ways to Live Longer

Medical experts say there are three things senior citizens can do to help them live longer and healthier lives. Seniors should know their medicines, keep up-to-date with their vaccines - and exercise. OnQ talks with a local geriatrician and an orthopaedic surgeon about what older people can do to stay physically fit as they age.

Seniors: 3 Ways to Live Longer aired on May 08, 2009.


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In this difficult economy, Pittsburgh area non-profits that serve the poor worry many will be left without annual holiday gifts and other critical services. What's being done to fill the gap? OnQ's Michael Bartley profiles Salvation Army holiday initiatives and conducts a round-table interview with non-profit leaders.

Original airdate: Dec 09, 2008


It started in a barn near Canonsburg Lake, back in 1949. Sixty years, scores of actors, and hundreds of quality productions later, Little Lake Theatre is now considered a community treasure. OnQ contributor Beth Dolinar reports.

Original airdate: Nov 24, 2008


Celebrating its 75th season, the Gateway Lodge is the gateway to beautiful Cook Forest. OnQ contributor Dave Crawley paid a visit to the "Inn of Autumn" during the height of the fall foliage season.

Original airdate: Nov 24, 2008


Featured guests include Jonathan Weinkle, M.D., an internist and pediatrician with the Squirrel Hill Health Center.

Original airdate: Nov 20, 2008


Paying for health insurance on your own can be costly and for many families, unaffordable. OnQ's Chris Moore talks to a once self-employed husand and wife team from Bloomfield about their healthcare options.

Original airdate: Nov 19, 2008


She is a shining star when it comes to volunteering but that's not the only thing that makes her unique. OnQ's Tonia Caruso introduces us to 95 year old Ginny Kortz. Find out why she's one of our Pittsburgh People Changing Lives.

Original airdate: Oct 22, 2008


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