Dehydration can be a big problem for seniors, especially for those who live in warmer climates during the summer time. These areas often see high heat indexes for numerous days every summer and can make it difficult to stay hydrated when away from air-conditioned areas. The biggest questions for most seniors is what they should…
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Most people think that regular trips to their family practice doctor are good enough to keep them healthy. However, some could benefit from visiting a specialist, especially as they grow older. A cardiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in caring for the heart and blood vessels. Here are some people who should see a…
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Seniors who already see a general practice doctor may believe that specialized health care is not worth their time or money. However, some specialty care may be recommended by one’s physician, and other care may be important to do whether or not a general practice doctor makes a referral. One of the most important specialists…
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Visible leg veins have caused many problems for millions of adults around the world. They are often caused by genetic issues, meaning that those who have parents with visible leg veins are more likely to have them themselves. However, this issue can also be caused by disease and by issues that put more pressure on…
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Heart attacks are often thought of as being a risk mainly for older adult men. However, heart attacks can hit any man or women no matter how young they are. While disease risk significantly increases as one grows older, symptoms are noticeably different between men and women. Although men often have textbook symptoms, women may…
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Now that January is upon us, you may be hearing more about glaucoma. This is because January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, a time to teach others, particularly senior citizens who are most at risk, about this dangerous disease. If you are one who likes to wait to seek medical treatment until you experience symptoms,…
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