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Pulse pressure: An indicator of heart health?
Pulse pressure may be a strong predictor of heart problems, especially for older adults.
Arcus senilis: A sign of high cholesterol?
With this condition, older adults develop a gray arc around the cornea of the eyes.
Low blood sodium in older adults: A concern?
For older adults, low blood sodium, known as hyponatremia, can cause death if left untreated.
Cancer prevention: 7 tips to reduce your risk
Real-life ways to reduce your risk of cancer.
Loss of taste and smell: Natural with aging?
Aging can play a role in the loss of taste and smell — but not always.
Shingles
Learn more about symptoms, causes, treatment and vaccine prevention of this painful condition affecting the nerves.
7 signs and symptoms not to ignore
Do your symptoms merit medical attention? From weight loss to flashes of light, know when to seek care.
Bullous pemphigoid
Learn about the symptoms, treatment and self-care strategies for this blistery skin condition that affects older adults.
Wet macular degeneration
Blurred vision or blind spots could be a sign of this chronic eye disorder. Recognizing the warning signs could save your vision.
Lewy body dementia
This common dementia is caused by a buildup of proteins in the brain. It affects thinking, memory and movement.
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