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Free seminar on macular degeneration Learn about treatment options for adult macular degeneration at a free seminar given by Karim Jamal, M.D., from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wed., Oct. 24 at Mercy Gilbert Medical Office Building, McAuley Conference Rooms A and B, 3420 S. Mercy Rd., Gilbert. Jamal is board certified in ophthalmology, and practices at Retinal Consultants of Arizona in Phoenix. He is also a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Retina Specialists. Information discussed during the seminar includes past, current and future treatment and management; clinical research being done by Retinal Consultants and by others; and percentage of adults who are diagnosed and how it is determined. Refreshments are provided. Registration is required for this event, sponsored by Chandler Regional and Mercy Gilbert medical centers and Dignity Health. RSVP to ResourceLink at 480-728-5414.
‘Day of Play’ promotes healthy fun
ON GUARD: Young fencers perform during Day of Play. Submitted photo MARTIAL ARTS MOVES: Kids demonstrate their moves at Chandler’s Day of Play. Submitted photo
Frolic in the park the healthy way at Mayor Tibshraeny’s Day of Play 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat., Oct. 27 at Tumbleweed Park, 2250 S. McQueen Rd., Chandler. Engage in a variety of fun health, wellness and fitness activities for all ages during this free, statewide event. Learn about healthy lifestyles at informational booths, while kids participate in mentally and physically stimulating play. As a winner of the Kaboom! Playful City USA recognition for the last six consecutive years and a repeat winner of the 100 Best Communities for Young People award, the City of Chandler promotes and recognizes the value and importance of healthy residents. The event is hosted by the Chandler Community Services Department and its five divisions, in partnership with ShapeUpUS.org, and sponsored by Chandler Unified School District. Area families who practice healthy
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habits such as preparing and eating nutritious meals, exercising daily, practicing financial fitness and contributing to a greener planet can enter Arizona’s Healthiest Family Contest by visiting ShapeUpUs.org. Volunteers are needed to help make
the Day of Play a success by helping with setting up, staffing water stations, organizing field games or helping guests with event information. Anyone interested in supporting the event is invited to go to chandleraz.gov/special-events and click on the link to Mayor Tibshraeny’s Day of Play to complete the volunteer form. Call 480-782-2665 for more details or visit chandleraz.gov/special-events.
ON STAGE: Kids join in the fun with the mascots at Day of Play. Submitted photo