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Published: Tuesday, June 18, 2013
There are certain physical changes people assume are an inevitable part of growing older. Conditions such as age-related macular degeneration are often accepted parts of senior living, and the same can be said of hearing loss.
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Published: Monday, June 17, 2013
Fractures can take a serious toll on the well-being of seniors. Experts estimate that about half of women, and 20 percent of men, over the age of 50 will suffer a fracture after falling from standing height or lower.
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Published: Friday, June 14, 2013
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease has a significant impact on the senior population. According to the American Lung Association, the condition is the third-leading cause of death in the U.S., and it often necessities the use of home care or assisted living.
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Published: Thursday, June 13, 2013
An advance directive, sometimes referred to as a living will, is important for a number of reasons. It can help ailing seniors ensure their wishes are fulfilled if they can't speak for themselves, relieve stress on family members and make treatment options clearer for healthcare providers, whether they are at the hospital or providing hospice care.
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Published: Thursday, June 13, 2013
In years past, many Americans would pass away in the hospital, but that has changed considerably in recent years. According to recent data from the National Center for Health Statistics, about one-fourth of deaths in 2007 occurred at home, which was up considerably from one-sixth in 1989.
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