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At 108 years old, Izer Tilson says old age is just a state of mind. 



feel good At 108 years old. Isaiah Tilson says old age is just a state of mind. nine girls and six boys. He describes his life like a storybook raising 15 Children who went on to give him 100 grand kids. He's watched grow up over the years, Tilson gives a nod to god saying, in addition to his health, the Bible is the reason for reaching this incredible milestone. He says he feels as strong as in the peak of his youth when he was in his 20s. The milestone is so incredible that the city of Rockford wishes Tilson a happy birthday naming july 4th Iser Tilson Day leaders say Tilson was born in Forrest city Arkansas and worked as a farmer, a handyman and even a businessman, no sugar, no diabetes. I think we should have the scientists, medical scientists out here. Geraldine Tilson Norris, the 12th child of Isar Tilson and the one half of his only set of Twins says his greatest blessings are his faith, family and friends, to see someone, not a suffering a whole lot of pain or anything. Just just take it as it comes

Incredible! Man turns 108 years old, has 100 grandchildren 

Older adults are getting antsy after months of staying home, but before you expand your bubble, make sure everyone is on the same page in terms of social distance in their daily life.

There's not a magic age at which your risk is higher or like too high. But all of us need to consider what kind of risk is acceptable. Dr. Pretty Milani is U of M's chief health officer. She's also an expert in infectious disease and geriatrics. She says it's important for everyone to look for ways to re engage in less risky ways with all activity. It's about decreasing risk to the lowest possible risk. We can't eliminate risk short. It's just staying home and never going outside. And that is also not a good option. For most of us, that means going grocery shopping when it's the least crowded or sticking to delivery services. If it's still too high, risk doctors appointments are essential, and Melanie encourages everyone to reschedule cancelled appointments. As for seeing the grandkids, this is a question that a lot of people have and there's not a perfect time and there's not a way to do it without any risk. But right now in Michigan, our numbers are pretty good, and if people have all been staying home and doing a good job of maintaining social distance, the risk is acceptable to go and visit with your grandkids be outdoors, and that is always gonna be a safer option than being indoors washing your hands. And certainly, if anyone has any symptoms, they shouldn't be interacting with anyone else. They should be staying home. And if those symptoms worsen, could be tested.

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Older adults reengaging

The pandemic has been tough on family connections, particularly those between grandparents and grandchildren. Older adults are at higher risk for serious complications from COVID-19, and many families are following social distancing to keep their relatives safe and healthy. That means no hugs from grandchildren.

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