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*Aging and Nutrition Problems ... nutrients to be healthy and maintain a good quality of life. What can cause poor nutrition? Older ... means not getting enough nutrients from food to keep you healthy. This can cause many kinds of health ... 60083;Aging and Nutrition Problems;nutrition management seniors;senior weight;senior nutrition;nutrition support seniors;failure to thrive

, size, location, and stage of your cancer. Factors also include your age, overall health, side effects ... spread) Your age Your overall health Your concerns and preferences Some of the most common

Detailed information on care of the terminally ill child Topic Index - Care of the Terminally ... Ill Child Care of the Terminally Ill Child Home A Child's Concept of Death Discussing Death ... child death, Anticipatory Grief, Dying Child, Supportive Care Child, Palliative Care Child, Hospice Care child, Dying Process, Grief, Bereavement

be medical, surgical, mental health, and nursing. Hospitals have a range of care for sudden (acute ... Hospital Hospitals play an important role. They have a staff of healthcare providers and other health ... 84671;understanding health care facilities;health care facilities;health care providers;primary ... care physician;physician, primary care;doctor, primary care;hospital;emergency room;er;urgent care

Psychosocial Needs of the Dying Child Supportive/Palliative Care Hospice Important ... Detailed information on care of the terminally ill child Topic Index A Child's Concept of ... child death, Anticipatory Grief, Dying Child, Supportive Care Child, Palliative Care Child, Hospice Care child, Dying Process, Grief, Bereavement

*Aging Body Changes ... With age comes many changes to the body. Both physical and mental changes occur, many of which are ... directly affect your level of energy and muscle mass. It also plays a role in brain health ... fatigue and aging;aging;brain health;sarcopenia;aging and nutrition;cognitive changes;senior cognition;61150

be used to cure the cancer. Palliative surgery. Palliative care is treatment that’s done to ... healthcare provider thinks it may improve the chance of a permanent cure. How palliative surgery helps

For Seniors: Taking Care of Your Eyes ... *Eye Health Seniors ... vision loss could be prevented. For Seniors: Don't Take Your Eyes for Granted Imagine what life ... eye diseases like glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration (AMD) might be present before you

Hospice provides comfort and support to people who are nearing the end of life. Hospice ... people nearing the end of life. This helps them and their family let go with dignity. Hospice focuses on ... 41109;What is hospice?;Hospice;life-limiting illness;terminal illness

Maternal Age Over 30, Pregnancy Risks ... health. Discuss plans for helping you and your baby have a healthy pregnancy. Your healthcare ... for women in their 30s are at the highest levels in four decades. Risks of Pregnancy Over Age ... chromosomal abnormalities and maternal age;miscarriage and maternal age;p02481

What's the secret to a long, healthy life? The secret is that it depends on you. The ... Longevity Quiz What's the secret to a long, healthy life? The secret is that it depends on you. You can ... longevity; aging and health; centenarian; old age; healthy aging; healthy lifestyle;

disease, keep these things in mind: It's important to take care of yourself. Stay healthy and ask for ... : Health history and review of all current medicines Review of any family history of dementia and ... Alzheimer disease;dementia;cognitive function;elderly;senior citizen;senior health;family history;mental status;62

, the type of cancer, and the person's health. For some people, surgery is a major medical procedure ... stop many types of cancer. It also plays a part in diagnosing, staging, and supporting cancer ... cancer treatment surgery;cancer surgery types;cancer surgery risks and side effects;anesthesia and

is a smart and easy way to stay fit and improve your health. Exercise is just as important in your ... healthy body weight, keep joints flexible and healthy, and improve balance to reduce falls ... aging;exercise;senior living;balance and strength;4506

choose to have only palliative care. It helps a person be comfortable and have the best quality of life ... your overall health, the size of the tumor, it's location in your brain, and your preferences. They

adults may have dental concerns that can’t be fully taken care of with just brushing and flossing ... Older adults may have dental concerns that can't be fully taken care of with just brushing ... dental care;seniors dental care;seniors gum disease;seniors dentures;seniors dry mouth;2750

doctor will also consider your age, overall health, and medical history.  Here are some common surgical ... surgery. This is a type of palliative surgery. It’s done to prevent or ease jaundice, pain, and other

*Cancer End of Life Care ... one is as comfortable as they can be during their final days. End-of-Life Care for Loved ... remains. What can you do to help when the end of life is near? It can be scary and painful ... cancer;caregiving;end-of-life care;16138

, and making more cancer cells. Many kinds of cancer cells grow fast. But many healthy cells grow ... symptoms, such as pain. This is called palliative care. Control cancer for a period of time

*Grief and Loss Coping ... from the physical and emotional symptoms of grief. Pay extra attention to healthy exercise, sleep ... there’s not always an answer for loss. With time, your loss may still be part of your life, but ... 84283;helping yourself through grief and loss;grief, self-help;loss, self-help