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Key questions that help you understand the doctor’s recommendations for tests and treatments for seniors

Medical Conditions

5 Questions to Ask Doctors About Tests and Treatments for Seniors

Seniors may not always benefit from tests and treatments When you’re working with doctors to help your older adult get...

Spot early warning signs of 4 common eye diseases and find out how they affect vision

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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...

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....

Get 3 preparation and communication tips to improve senior doctor visits

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Improve Seniors’ Doctor Visits with 3 Communication Tips

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

Caregivers act as health advocates to help seniors understand health conditions, manage treatments, and more

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Why Seniors Need a Health Advocate: 7 Health Benefits

Seniors need someone to look out for their best interests Visiting the doctor can be an exhausting blur for some...

diabetes complications

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Watch Out for 5 Top Diabetes Complications

Diabetes is linked to additional serious health conditions Nearly 30% of Americans aged 65+ have diabetes – more than 1 in...

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...

Use 10 simple lifestyle changes to lower high blood pressure in seniors and improve their health

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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...

What causes ankles and legs to swell and how to get rid of swollen ankles and legs in seniors

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How to Get Rid of Swollen Ankles in Seniors

Swollen ankles are a common but frustrating problem for many older adults. They often cause discomfort and make everyday movement...

depression in seniors

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10 Ways to Help Seniors Deal with Isolation and Depression

Many older adults go through major life changes that could make them more vulnerable to depression. But it’s heartbreaking to...

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