Medical Conditions
Common health issues that affect the elderly
Millions of Americans aged 65 and older suffer from long-term medical conditions. As our population ages, this is expected to increase. In 2030, experts predict seven million older people will suffer from chronic health conditions. As the population ages and long-term medical conditions become more prevalent, emergency room visits increase. However, the top cause of…
Read MoreCauses of Depression in Older Adults (Loneliness and Isolation, Medical Conditions)
As we grow older, we often face significant life changes that can increase the risk for depression. These can include: Health problems. Illness and disability, chronic or severe pain, cognitive decline, damage to your body image due to surgery, or sickness can all be contributors to depression. Loneliness and isolation. Factors such as living alone, a…
Read MoreImportant Facts to Know About Pneumonia in Elderly Adults
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs and it can be serious when found in an older adult. The numbers reported by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) state that around 250,000 people (of all ages) are hospitalized each year due to pneumonia complications and that about 50,000 of those cases pass away.…
Read MoreElderly Medical Conditions: Motor Neurone Disease, Parkinson’s Disease
Long-term medical conditions currently affect around four million older people in the US. This is set to rise because of our ageing population. In fact, experts predict that by 2030, around seven million older people will have some form of long-term medical condition. The ageing population and the increased prevalence of long-term medical conditions have had…
Read MoreElderly Medical Conditions: Epilepsy, Osteoporosis, Multiple Sclerosis
The risk for chronic diseases and other health problems increases as we age, and those problems can vary widely. Awareness is the first step toward preventing, recognizing, and treating health concerns. Some hearing and vision loss are a part of normal aging as is decline in immune function. Cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis and dementia are…
Read MoreSenior Medical Conditions: Coronary Heart Disease, Dementia, Diabetes
By 2050, the American 85 years old and over population will triple. Clinicians and the public health community need to develop a culture of sensitivity to the needs of this population and its subgroups. Sensory changes, cognitive changes, and weakness may be subtle or may be severe in the heterogeneous population of people over age 85.…
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