Elderly Health Information
Every year there are 36,000 deaths, 114,000 hospitalizations, 25 million
physician visits, and an additional 30–60 million milder
infections (1). Death and severity of illness are correlated
with increasing age and underlying conditions. Persons at
high risk for influenza complications include persons >65
years of age, residents of chronic-care facilities, and persons
with chronic medical conditions, such as pulmonary,
metabolic, or cardiovascular disorders; renal dysfunction;
immunocompromised conditions; and splenic absence or
dysfunction. Because ≈30% of the U.S. population 50–64
years of age have one or more conditions that warrant
influenza vaccination (1) and because age-based recommendations
are easier to implement, 50 years of age has
now been established as the time for beginning the universal
annual influenza vaccination (13).
Alzheimer's Disease
The facts about alzheimers and ways to improve life quality with the disease
Arthritis
The best exercises to help alleviate the problems associated with arthritis.
Alcohol Use
Effective remidies to help lower alcohol dependence and inspire new habits.
Brain Health
Scientific explanations on how the brain deteriorates and ways to maintain proper functioning.
Breast Cancer
Warning signs and preventative measures to help identify and reduce the risk of breast cancer.
Cancer
Numerous tips and information about ways to reduce the risk of cancer as well as tips to help identify cancer.
