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70 Isn’t What It Used to Be
Research shows today’s older adults are staying healthier, more active and mentally sharper than previous generations—and Wichita’s Bobbie and Alex Lee are living proof.
If you watched Bobbie Lee sprint across a tennis court chasing down a shot, you probably wouldn’t guess she’ll turn 70 later this year. Lee…
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