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The death of a spouse is one of the single most traumatic losses anyone can experience no matter the age. As the grieving process progresses, there...


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Prostate glands tend to grow larger as men age. How do you know if you have prostate problems? There are many different medical tests that diagnose...

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Making a person who is dying more comfortable and alleviating physical pain is an important priority for family caregivers. Physical comfort and pain...

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Early symptoms of kidney disease are subtle and can go unnoticed for many years. Delays in medical treatment could be fatal, so it’s important to catch...

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Glaucoma is an eye disease that can damage the optic nerve and result in vision loss and blindness. With regular eye exams and early treatment, seniors...


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Once you've successfully taken the steps to get a dementia patient to go to the doctor, use the following tips to have an efficient, effective doctor's...

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When caring for a senior mom or dad's diet, caregivers should monitor cholesterol levels, as high levels of bad cholesterol can increase your elderly...



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Nocturnal enuresis (the medical term for bed wetting) can be an embarrassing and messy issue for older adults, but there are several techniques and...

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Health scams and unproven cures have been marketed for years. Sadly, seniors are often the target of such scams. Here are some tips for caregivers to...

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Make an elderly loved one's planned hospital stay less stressful by preparing for assessment, admission, treatment and discharge. Knowledge of the...

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Advanced age and a compromised immune system can make seniors more susceptible to shingles, a disease that affects the nerves and causes a painful...

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Blood clots can lead to stroke, heart attack, and other chronic heart conditions. Keeping an eye out for these symptoms can help to protect your loved...

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Also known as emphysema or chronic bronchitis, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is a lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. Learn the signs...

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