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Kidney Cysts
Kidney cysts are sacs filled with fluid that form in the kidneys. These small, oval or round sacs are almost…
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Information for Caregivers
If you’re a caregiver to a loved one, it can take a lot out of you, both physically and…
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Immunization Schedules
Certain immunizations are important at every age to reduce illness, hospitalization, or death.
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Housing Options for Seniors
Your housing needs may change as you age. Consider these senior living communities to see if one is right for…
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Hip Fractures
A hip fracture is a break in your thigh bone (femur) where it connects to your pelvic bone. Hip fractures…
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High Cholesterol
High cholesterol is a medical condition that can lead to stroke and heart disease.
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High Blood Pressure
High blood pressure (hypertension) is a medical condition that occurs when your blood moves through your arteries at higher pressure…
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Herniated Disc
A herniated disc happens when a disc in your spine weakens or ruptures, putting pressure on a nerve or the…
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Heart Failure
Heart failure means your heart isn’t pumping blood as well as it should. It can be caused by different heart…
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Hearing: Noise-Induced Hearing Loss
Noise-induced hearing loss normally occurs from regular exposure to loud noises.
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Healthy Habits at Age 60 and Beyond
A look at tips, tricks, advice and the benefits of maintaining healthy eating and exercise habits as you get…
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Gout
Gout is a common type of arthritis marked by swelling and pain in your joints.
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Glaucoma
Glaucoma is an eye disease. It’s caused by fluid and pressure in the eye. At first, there aren’t symptoms, but…
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Giant Cell Arteritis and Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Giant cell arteritis (GCA) and polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is inflammation of the arteries in the arms, upper body, neck, hips,…
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Gastroparesis
Gastroparesis is a stomach disorder in which stomach muscles don’t contract properly, leading to problems crushing food before digestion.
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Gallstones
Gallstones are hard deposits that can form in the gallbladder. Some people have them but don’t have symptoms. For others,…
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Flu Risks and Chronic Conditions
Chronic health conditions can increase your risk of being hospitalized with influenza (the flu). Getting an annual flu vaccine is…
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Flu Complications Risk Greater for Minority Groups
People from racial and ethnic minority groups are more likely to be hospitalized when they have the flu. They are…
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Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia is a syndrome that causes muscle pain and general fatigue.
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Fecal Incontinence
Fecal incontinence is the inability to control bowel movements, leading to stool leaking from the rectum. Many times it is…
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