American Academy of Family Physicians.
American Academy of Family Physicians.
Posts tagged with ‘elderly’
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Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is a condition involving red blood cells and your kidneys. HUS happens after you get an…
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Heart Failure
Heart failure means your heart isn’t pumping blood as well as it should. It is the result of other diseases…
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Essential Tremor
Essential tremor is a disorder in your nervous system. It causes shaking movements that you can’t control, most often in…
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Depression and Alzheimer’s Disease
Depression is very common among people who have Alzheimer dementia. They may become depressed when their memory and ability to…
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Pain Control After Surgery: Pain Medicines
Pain medicine is available in many forms. Some medicines are given before surgery to prevent pain. Other types are given…
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Sleep Changes in Older Adults
As you age, you may have changes in your sleep patterns. Hormones, lifestyle habits, and certain conditions and medicines can…
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Depression in Older Adults
Depression is a common problem in older adults, but it is not part of the aging process. Learn how to…
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Chronic Bronchitis
Bronchitis is an inflammation or irritation of the lungs’ airways that causes a cough. Chronic bronchitis is bronchitis that lasts…
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Exercise and Seniors
Exercise is an important part of everyday senior health. It offers many benefits that will help you live a longer,…
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Endometrial Cancer
Endometrial cancer occurs in the lining of a woman’s uterus. Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of this common…
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Testicular Cancer
Testicular cancer can occur in one or both of a man’s testicles. Learn about the symptoms and how to detect…
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Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)
An abdominal aortic aneurysm is when a weak area in the aorta swells up like a balloon. It can cause…
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Weight-Training and Weight-Lifting Safety
Your form is a critical part of lifting weights. Your goal should be to lift the appropriate amount of weight…
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Sexuality in Older Adults
As you age, your sexual health will change. But growing older doesn't have to mean the end of sex. You…
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Healthy Habits at Age 60 and Beyond
Learn how you, as a senior, can add exercise and eating more fiber to your daily health habits.
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Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Coronary artery disease is when the blood vessels leading to the heart harden and restrict blood flow.
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Elder Abuse
Learn about elder abuse, the warning signs, and what to do if you suspect an older adult is being…
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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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Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
MRSA is a bacterial infection that is resistant to methicillin and many other antibiotics. It spreads easily through contact.
