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  • A crying elderly woman with cancer is comforted by a caretaker. Pancreatic cancer is an abnormal growth of cells in the pancreas. It is difficult to detect early, making treatment tough at later stages.

    Pancreatic Cancer

    What is pancreatic cancer? Pancreatic cancer is a disease in which cancer cells form on your pancreas. Your pancreas is an organ. It is located behind your stomach and in front of your spine. It produces juices that break down food and control blood…

  • close-up of an elderly man’s hands on top of a cane with a caregiver’s hand on top

    Parkinson’s Disease

    Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder that affects the nervous system and causes tremors, slowed movements and stiff muscles.

  • Peripheral Arterial Disease and Claudication

    Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a problem with blood flow in the arteries, especially those in the legs. Claudication is…

  • Peyronie’s Disease

    Peyronie’s disease is the buildup of fibrous scar tissue in the penis, causing it to curve.

  • Shot of a nurse speaking to her male patient

    Plan for the Future After a Diagnosis of Dementia

    After a diagnosis of dementia, it’s important for family members to talk about plans for care and support, and to…

  • A medical professional prepares to give a vaccine to a an older woman patient.

    Pneumococcal Vaccines for Seniors

    Pneumococcal vaccines help to prevent pneumonia. Adults 65 and older, for whom pneumonia can be fatal, should get two different…

  • Closeup of elderly woman’s hands sorting several prescriptions

    Prescription Drug Abuse in the Elderly

    Prescription abuse happens when people abuse medicines prescribed by a doctor. In the elderly, it can be hard to spot…

  • Pressure Sores

    Pressure sores are sores on your skin. They’re usually caused by being in a bed or wheelchair nearly all the…

  • Senior mother and daughter making healthy breakfast together in kitchen.

    Preventing Malnutrition in Older Adults

    Older adults are more vulnerable to malnutrition. Learn ways to prevent it.

  • Preventive Care for Seniors

    Preventive care for seniors is particularly important, as health problems increase with age.

  • Prostatitis

    Prostatitis is an inflammation of the prostate gland that happens when the tissue becomes swollen an irritated.

  • Pseudogout

    Pseudogout is a type of arthritis that causes painful swelling in one or more of your joints. It can lead…

  • Close up of rheumatism / arthritis medical examination

    Rheumatoid Arthritis

    Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic (lasting) inflammatory disorder. It causes swelling and pain in the lining of your…

  • A toddler wears an oxygen mask. RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is a common virus that makes it hard to breathe. RSV is common in children under 2, but anyone can get it.

    RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)

    Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus. It affects your lungs, making it difficult to breathe. The virus is…

  • A doctor wearing a white coat sits with a patient in his office to go over the benefits of the RSV vaccine.

    RSV in Adults Over 60

    Older adults (above the age of 60) are at higher risk for severe RSV infection. This is especially true if…

  • caregiver brings senior man a cup of coffee

    Seasonal Elder Care/Checking on Seniors

    Checking on seniors is an important part of their care. Learn steps you can take to make sure they stay…

  • Senior Communities Tour Checklist

    Moving into a senior community is a big step in your life. Making a checklist of everything you’re looking for…

  • Sexual Dysfunction in Men and Women

    Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatment of sexual dysfunction disorders.

  • An older couple in bed cuddling

    Sexuality in Older Adults

    As you age, it doesn’t mean that you suddenly lose interest in sex. It’s common for people to remain sexually…

  • A shingles rash on a man’s back

    Shingles

    Shingles is a painful skin rash. It is also called zoster or herpes zoster. It is caused by the same…

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