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81yo Woman Walks Over 800 Miles Through El Paso to Promote Healthy Aging

June 11, 2025

In a recent interview with KTSM-TV Channel 9, 81-year-old Judy Benjamin discussed her inspiring walk across the country from San Diego to Florida, celebrating both her birthday and nearly 900 miles traveled on foot. Diagnosed with Alzheimer's at age 67, Judy shared how her journey aims to redefine aging and demonstrate the benefits of exercise — both physical and cognitive. Despite a strong family history of the disease, she credits consistent movement and a healthy lifestyle for her well-being, emphasizing that age and fear should never be barriers to taking on big challenges. She also expressed gratitude to her supporters, including CareScout, Apollo Health, and others, for helping make her mission possible.

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