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Norovirus infection
This highly contagious virus spreads through contaminated food, water or surfaces and causes vomiting and diarrhea. Learn ways to protect yourself.
Salmonella infection
This common bacterial infection is spread through contaminated food or water and affects the intestinal tract. Learn more about prevention and treatment.
Polycythemia vera
This slow-growing blood cancer mainly affects people over 60. Treatments and lifestyle changes may reduce complications and ease symptoms.
Age spots (liver spots)
Learn more about the harmless dark spots on your skin that tend to appear as you age, especially in areas exposed to the sun. Treatment is available.
Face-lift
This cosmetic surgery can give your face a younger shape and look. Understand the risks and benefits of this procedure.
Memory loss: When to seek help
Memory loss may result from typical aging, a treatable condition or the onset of dementia.
Loss of taste and smell: Natural with aging?
Aging can play a role in the loss of taste and smell — but not always.
Low blood sodium in older adults: A concern?
For older adults, low blood sodium, known as hyponatremia, can cause death if left untreated.
Did the definition of Alzheimer's disease change?
What the change in the research definition of Alzheimer's disease means for you.
Does older age increase the risk of atrial fibrillation?
Learn how the risk of getting this common heart rhythm condition can increase with age.
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