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16 Cold and Flu Prevention Tips for Seniors and Caregivers

Seniors and caregivers are vulnerable to the flu The cold and flu season is upon us again. Unfortunately, seniors and...

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This Hospital Discharge Checklist Prepares Seniors for Successful Recovery

Preparing before leaving the hospital is essential for recovery After a hospitalization, older adults still need extra care in order...

Being a health advocate for seniors helps them get better medical care

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7 Tips for Helping Seniors at the Doctor: Being a Health Advocate

Seniors may need help talking with doctors Figuring out how to get the best possible health care can be overwhelming....

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Better Senior Health from Improved Doctor Visits: 3 Top Communication Tips

It’s essential to understand information from the doctor Having a good understanding of your older adult’s health conditions is especially...

These 3 useful hip arthritis exercises relieve chronic pain

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3 Hip Arthritis Exercises for Relieving Chronic Pain

Arthritis pain affects half of all seniors Living with arthritis aches and pains significantly decreases an older adult’s quality of...

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Watch Out for These 5 Top Diabetes Complications

Diabetes is linked to additional serious health conditions Over 25% of Americans age 65+ have diabetes. And complications of diabetes...

Watch for 4 common eye diseases that cause blindness in aging eyes

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4 Common Eye Diseases That Cause Blindness in Aging Eyes

Vision problems often cause behavior changes Vision problems start slowly and are usually painless. That’s why they can be hard...

Tips and help for caregivers: 10 Ways to Improve Health in Seniors Living with High Blood Pressure

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10 Ways to Improve Health in Seniors Living with High Blood Pressure

Managing high blood pressure is essential for senior health High blood pressure (also known as HBP or hypertension) is a...

Find out how to get rid of swollen ankles and legs in seniors

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3 Simple Exercises for Swollen Legs and Ankles in Seniors

Swollen legs and ankles affect safety and quality of life Many older adults are affected by swollen legs and ankles....

Dehydration in elderly can cause serious health problems. That’s why it’s essential to drink enough water and be alert to symptoms of dehydration.

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Dehydration in Seniors: An Often-Overlooked Health Risk

Dehydration is dangerous for senior health Drinking enough water is important for everyone, but especially for older adults who are...

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