Healthy aging: Over 50
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Thin skin? Added protection helps
Fragile or thin skin is a fairly common problem, especially in older adults.
Oral thrush
Oral thrush is a fungal infection caused by the overgrowth of Candida albicans, which causes creamy white lesions on the tongue and lining of your mouth.
Molluscum contagiosum
Learn how to prevent and treat this common skin infection that affects people of all ages.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Why vaccines are especially important for older people
Find out how older people can benefit from vaccines.
Kawasaki disease
Learn more about this condition that primarily affects young children and causes inflammation in the walls of the arteries throughout the body.
Human growth hormone (HGH): Does it slow aging?
Is human growth hormone treatment an anti-aging breakthrough or a scam? Know the facts.
Hemangioma
This red mark on a baby's skin looks like a rubbery bump or flat red mark and is made up of extra blood vessels in the skin. It generally goes away by age 10. Learn more about its causes and treatment.
Easy bruising: Why does it happen?
Get the facts about easy bruising. Learn about causes and find out when it's a sign of a problem.
Don't let your tots burn
When you head outside for family fun this summer, be sure to protect small children from burns. Keep sunblock handy and protect against other burn hazards: 1. Keep little ones away from grills, fire pits and campfires. 2. Don't let children play with or near fireworks or sparklers. 3. Check children's car seats for hot straps or buckles. These can heat up quickly in a car parked in direct sunlight.
Aging and unsteady gait: What can you do?
An unsteady gait is a common side effect of aging. Here's what you can do about it.
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