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Posts tagged with ‘elderly’
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Pressure Sores
Pressure sores occur on your skin and are caused by staying in one position for too long.
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Sports and Exercise at Every Age
A lifelong exercise program helps us live and thrive into old age. There is a place for exercise at every…
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The Importance of Staying Active and Involved
Your lifestyle choices will determine how quickly you age. You can help slow down the aging process with a healthy…
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Diabetes
Diabetes occurs when your body doesn’t make or use the hormone insulin properly.
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Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
MRSA is a bacterial infection that is resistant to methicillin and many other antibiotics. It spreads easily through contact.
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Lifestyle Changes to Help Lower Your Blood Pressure
If you have high blood pressure, you can help lower it by cutting back on salt in your diet, exercising,…
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Deep Vein Thrombosis
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot deep down in a vein, usually in your legs. DVT is common…
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Travel Needs for Seniors
Seniors should be smart about travel.
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Food and Activity Journal
Use a journal to keep track of your food, drinks, and physical activity. Write in the journal every day to…
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Kidney Cysts
As people get older, sacs can form in the kidneys. These sacs are called "cysts." They are usually small sacs…
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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…
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What is a Total Contact Cast?
A total contact cast is a cast used to treat ulcers on the feet of people who have diabetes. It…
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Digoxin: A Medicine for Heart Problems
Digoxin is a medicine used to treat heart problems, including heart failure and atrial fibrillation.
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Common Oral Conditions in Seniors
As you age, oral conditions tend to develop. Here are common ones, and steps you can take to improve your…
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Palliative Care
Palliative care helps people who are dying from a serious illness. It is designed to relieve symptoms, improve life, and…
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Prescription Drug Abuse in the Elderly
Most older adults who suffer from prescription drug abuse do so by accident. Learn the causes and how to recognize…
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Kidney Stones
A kidney stone is a hard, solid lump that forms in your kidney. The lump can be as small as…
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De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis
De Quervain’s tenosynovitis is when the 2 tendons at the base of your thumb become swollen and cause pain and…
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Clostridium difficile (C. diff.) Infection
Clostridium difficile (C. diff.) is a type of bacteria that can lead to an infection. Learn about the symptoms, causes,…
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Pelvic Floor Disorders
A group of muscles and connective tissues make up your “pelvic floor.” It can weaken, causing bladder- or bowel-control problems,…
