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Whether your loved one goes into an assisted living facility willingly or needs some encouragement, adjusting can be a challenge. Work as a team with your...

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Skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer among seniors. Symptoms are often subtle, so it’s important to understand what to look for and...


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Current treatments for Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) cannot repair the damage to the lungs. However, they can slow further damage and...


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Prescription assistance programs (also called patient assistance programs) are valuable resources for those who meet income requirements and who do...

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Also known as breathing machines, ventilators are often used in hospitals as life support for patients who have difficulty breathing or who have lost all ability...



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Keeping a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia entertained and engaged can be difficult. A few simple guidelines and some...

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Considering assisted living? When it comes time for a senior to find and transition into assisted living, caregivers and family members have lots of question...


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Frequently asked questions about hip replacement, also known as arthroplasty. Learn what caregivers can expect; Who should have hip replacement? How...

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a type of anxiety disorder that involves uncontrollable thoughts and ritualistic behaviors. In seniors, the onset of...

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When a parent is diagnosed with Alzheimer's or dementia, children want to know, "Can Alzheimer's disease be inherited?" What causes Alzheimer’s disease...

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An advance medical directive is a legal document that identifies a person’s health care preferences in the event they become unable to make decisions for...


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Family caregivers report much higher levels of stress and depression compared to non-caregivers, but caregiving and depression don’t have to be a...

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The buildup of uric acid crystals in the joints causes a form of arthritis known as gout. It’s important to understand the causes and symptoms of gout to...

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