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: Health history and review of all current medicines Review of any family history of dementia and ... 60.  Early onset Alzheimer disease is more likely to be genetic and affect other family members ... Alzheimer disease;dementia;cognitive function;elderly;senior citizen;senior health;family history;mental status;62

by medicines for depression, antihistamines, decongestants, pain killers, diuretics, and high blood ... can develop tooth decay. Your dentist can prescribe a medicine to help your salivary glands work ... dental care;seniors dental care;seniors gum disease;seniors dentures;seniors dry mouth;2750

cancer Medicine side effects Teeth or denture problems that make biting and chewing ... have trouble chewing or swallowing Medicines to help with digestive problems Having protein ... 60083;Aging and Nutrition Problems;nutrition management seniors;senior weight;senior nutrition;nutrition support seniors;failure to thrive

Watch this to learn some practical tips for seniors on how to exercise safely. Exercise Safety ... Tips for Seniors As we age exercise is one of the most important things we can do for our overall ... exercise;lifestyle;nutrition;seniors;WN03561_eng

*Depression Suicide Seniors ... role. Genes. Depression does run in families. Life stress. Life stresses can also ... . Medicine side effects can cause changes in thoughts and behaviors. Giving support Depressed

older adult. Take the Senior Oral Health Test Getting older can affect your oral health. Some ... younger adults. But dry mouth is a side effect of many commonly prescribed medicines, including high ... oral health; dental care; senior oral health; tooth decay; oral hygiene; brushing; flossing;

important. To assess how much you know about good nutrition, take this quiz. Take the Senior ... foods that you put in the refrigerator. Medicines also can affect the way foods taste

(chronic) health condition or take certain medicines that interfere with how the body normally responds ... to heat. Some medicines also restrict the body's ability to sweat. But you can still enjoy a safe ... keep cool;heat illness;seniors beat heat;handle heat illnesses;Heat stress;heat fatigue;heat cramps;heat exhaustion;heat illnesses symptoms;2928

more about AIDS and older adults by taking this quiz. Take the Seniors and HIV/AIDS Quiz ... chance you may be infected with HIV, you should be tested as soon as possible. There are medicines

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There are many fun, low-cost activities to help families make memories and enjoy each other's ... company on a budget. Family Fun on a Budget These days, dinner and a movie may feel more

*West Nile Virus ... Understanding West Nile Virus ... The West Nile virus is spread by mosquitoes. The West Nile virus can infect humans, birds ... , mosquitoes, horses, and some other mammals. West Nile virus is spread to humans through the bite ... West Nile Virus;p08120

over 50 doesn't mean you can't be fit. Learn more about senior fitness by taking this quiz. Take ... the Senior Fitness Quiz You don't have to be reminded about the aging process. It's inevitable ... senior fitness; exercise; exercise and aging; aerobic exercise; strength training;

) health conditions? Do you take 3 or more medicines? Have you felt depressed recently ... lead to isolation from others, depression, or the use of more medicines or alcohol. And all these ... 89321;hos1041;Preventing Falls;Accident Prevention;hospital care;geriatrics;gerontology;elders;elder;elderly;senior;seniors;fall risks

*Eye Health Seniors ... For Seniors: Taking Care of Your Eyes ... vision loss could be prevented. For Seniors: Don't Take Your Eyes for Granted Imagine what life

West Nile fever is an illness caused by a virus. The virus is spread by mosquito bites. It ... often causes mild, flu-like symptoms. West Nile Fever in Children What is West Nile fever in

. Why falls may happen You may feel dizzy or drowsy from the medicines you take. This may ... lead to a fall. Common medicines that cause these side effects include medicines for blood pressure ... ;elder;elderly;senior;seniors;fall risks;patient safety attendant

blame it on a “senior moment.” These kinds of issues are sometimes caused by attention-deficit ... or get distracted during conversations? Don’t be too quick to blame it on a “senior moment.” These

*Medicine Taking an Active Role ... electronic device. Let family members know where to find a list of your current medicines. Use the sample ... Take the time to learn about your medicine. For instance, why are you taking it? What does it ... Health;Promotion;Medication;Self-care;lifestyle;Senior;medicine;generic;vitamins;herbal;remedies ... ;pharmacist;chart;active;role;medicines;82091;medication refill;medicine refill;medication disposal;medicine disposal;safe medicine disposal;refill

focused on helping people with everyday activities such as dressing, showering, taking medicines, or ... independent senior living or a retirement community. ALs may have different levels of care based on a ... AL;Assisted Living;senior living;eldercare;elder care;622