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Posts tagged with ‘senior’
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Safe Use, Storage, and Disposal of Opioid Drugs | Printable Patient Tip Sheet
Printable page for patient counseling on safe use, storage, and disposal of opioid drugs
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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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Helping Older Adults Deal With Life-Changing Events
Learn how to help your loved one cope with life-changing events, such as the death of a loved one, newly…
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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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Preventing Malnutrition in Older Adults
Good nutrition is especially important as we age. Malnutrition can cause or increase the effects of a number of health…
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Diabetes and Heart Disease
People who have diabetes are more likely to get heart disease. Blood sugar that is too high can damage many…
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Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is a chronic and progressive disorder that causes problems with muscle movement.
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Empty Nest Syndrome
Empty nest syndrome is a stage in life marked by sadness when adult children move out on their own.
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Essential Tremor
Essential tremor is a nervous system disorder that causes uncontrollable shaking movements. It isn’t life threatening but can cause…
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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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Depression and Alzheimer’s Disease
Depression is very common among people who have Alzheimer’s disease. They may become depressed when their memory and ability to…
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Dementia
Dementia is a group of symptoms caused by brain damage. It makes it hard for people to remember, learn, and…
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Perimenopause
Perimenopause is a stage in a woman’s reproductive years that means she is nearing menopause.
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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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Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis is a disease of the bones. It makes your bones brittle and breakable. Learn how to help prevent and…
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Lichen Sclerosus
Lichen sclerosus is a skin condition that often affects your genital or anal areas. It is most common in women…
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Cirrhosis and Portal Hypertension
Cirrhosis is a form of liver disease. It can cause portal hypertension and other side effects that can be life…
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Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy (CSM)
Cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM) is a compression of the spinal cord in the neck. It often is caused by a…
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Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
Hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) is usually caused by an E. Coli infection. It destroys red blood cells. The damaged cells…
