Summary Around half of American adults have high blood pressure (hypertension). Many of those people don’t know they have it because there are usually no warning signs. This can be dangerous, because high blood pressure can lead to life-threatening conditions like heart attack or stroke. The good news is that you can often prevent or …
Falls put you at risk of serious injury. Prevent falls with these simple fall prevention measures, from reviewing your medications to hazard-proofing your home. By Mayo Clinic Staff Fall prevention is an important topic to consider as you get older. Physical changes and health conditions — and sometimes the medications used to treat those conditions …
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If you feel like your sleep isn’t what it used to be, you’re probably right. Even healthy aging is associated with changes in sleep patterns like shorter sleep duration, less deep sleep and more frequent awakenings throughout the night. But it’s not all bad. In fact, despite these typical shifts, healthy older adults tend to …
Falls are a leading cause of serious injuries in older adults that can lead to hospitalization, nursing home admission, and even death among older people. The chance of falling increases as we get older. Health problems such as arthritis, heart disease, muscle weakness, poor balance or vision, foot problems, Parkinson’s disease, dementia, and even certain …
Toni Stahl was still hitting the gym well past her 100th birthday. The centenarian worked out three times a week, enjoying balance and strength conditioning the most. She also loved the friendships she made there. “I do as I feel, and I like to stay active and be around people,” said Stahl, who was at Pearl Harbor …
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Does your overall diet and the specific foods you eat affect how you sleep? There’s some evidence that eating a balanced diet promotes good shut-eye, but experts say a lot of the details are still unknown. If you’ve ever tossed and turned in bed after a spicy meal gave you reflux or some deep-fried food …
What’s in a name? Well, if it’s osteoporosis, osteopenia and osteoarthritis, for starters, a shared prefix. “Osteo” means bone, and that matching descriptor also spells confusion for many seniors, who are disproportionately affected by each of the conditions. Besides sounding similar, a major shared risk factor for the development of these chronic conditions is aging. Osteopenia …
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The human body is an incredibly complex machine. Most of the time, all the parts work correctly, with various gears and components clicking in harmony. But occasionally, something gets out of whack. When this happens, the guardian of the machine – the immune system – can get turned around and begin attacking the body it …
Weight loss for seniors is a popular topic, and for good reason – losing weight is difficult at any age, but it’s not impossible. The formula for healthy weight becomes more complex as we get older, thanks to changes in our metabolism, nutritional needs and overall physical state. However, with the right approach to eating …