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Thin skin? Added protection helps
Fragile or thin skin is a fairly common problem, especially in older adults.
Do you have a living will?
Life-threatening situations can happen to anyone, so it's important to have a living will or other advance directive. These documents spell out your preferences regarding medical treatments you would or would not want to keep you alive. You can also outline your preferences for other medical decisions, such as pain management or organ donation. By planning ahead, you can get the medical care you want and save your family from having to make tough decisions in a crisis.
Denture care: How do I clean dentures?
Follow these best practices to keep your removable partial or full dentures clean, free from stains and comfortable.
Limbic-predominant age-related TDP-43 encephalopathy (LATE)
LATE causes symptoms similar to Alzheimer's, but may progress more slowly.
8 brain health tips for a healthier you
Follow these tips to protect your head and to stay active and engaged. Exercise, sleep, diet and social life are all important for a healthy brain.
Alzheimer's treatments: What's on the horizon?
Alzheimer's treatments now being studied include an Alzheimer's vaccine and several new medicines.
Dementia
This group of symptoms with many causes affects memory, thinking and social abilities. Some symptoms may be reversible.
Dry macular degeneration
Blurred or reduced central vision could be a sign of macular degeneration. Find out about symptoms and treatment for this common eye disorder.
Mayo Clinic Minute: New definition of Alzheimer's changes
Researchers are changing the way they define Alzheimer's disease and opening the door for better research — and hopefully, better treatments.
Alzheimer's prevention: Does it exist?
Alzheimer's prevention: Strategies for staying physically and mentally fit may be most effective.
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