Senior Health: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Gas Cause
Information on the symptoms of intestinal gas and the problems it may cuase.
Information on the symptoms of intestinal gas and the problems it may cuase.
toenail fungus
Information about toenail fungus including its'cause, treatment and prevention.
Information about toenail fungus including its'cause, treatment and prevention.
Fallen Arches
Information about foot pain caused by flat feet and how fallen arches can be evaluated at home.
Information about foot pain caused by flat feet and how fallen arches can be evaluated at home.
Norvasc Profile
Information about the cardiac medication Norvasc used for treating angina and high blood pressure.
Information about the cardiac medication Norvasc used for treating angina and high blood pressure.
Rotator Cuff
Information about torn rotator cuff.
Information about torn rotator cuff.
htndrug
List of drugs used for treating hypertension (high blood pressure) with links to drug information.
List of drugs used for treating hypertension (high blood pressure) with links to drug information.
BPH
Information about benign protatic hypertrophy, enlargement of the prostate that affects many men over the age of 50.
Information about benign protatic hypertrophy, enlargement of the prostate that affects many men over the age of 50.
CVA
Definition of cerebral vascular accident or stroke.
Definition of cerebral vascular accident or stroke.
Blood Pressure
Information about a study that finds blood pressure numbers too high for many.
Information about a study that finds blood pressure numbers too high for many.
DASH
Information about the DASH diet that as been shown to help lower blood pressure.
Information about the DASH diet that as been shown to help lower blood pressure.
Home Blood Pressure Monitors
If you are being treated for high blood pressure, your doctor may want you to monitor your blood pressure daily. These home blood pressure monitors can do just that in the comfort of your home.
If you are being treated for high blood pressure, your doctor may want you to monitor your blood pressure daily. These home blood pressure monitors can do just that in the comfort of your home.
Mexico Pharmacy
Information on traveling to Mexico to save money on prescription drugs, including infomation on regulations on bringing them back to the US.
Information on traveling to Mexico to save money on prescription drugs, including infomation on regulations on bringing them back to the US.
Sinusitis Treatment
A simple inexpensive treatment using saline (salt solution) may be just what you need for treating chronic sinusitis.
A simple inexpensive treatment using saline (salt solution) may be just what you need for treating chronic sinusitis.
Water Exercise
Information about water exercise that can help seniors stay fit while reducing the pain of osteoarthritis
Information about water exercise that can help seniors stay fit while reducing the pain of osteoarthritis
Home Exercises
Strength exercises you can do at home.
Strength exercises you can do at home.
Treat Gas
Tips that can help reduce intestinal gas, some before you need to see a doctor.
Tips that can help reduce intestinal gas, some before you need to see a doctor.
bacterialvaginosis
Vaginal yeast infection or vulvovaginal candidiasis is a common cause of vaginal irritation.
Vaginal yeast infection or vulvovaginal candidiasis is a common cause of vaginal irritation.
What Is Arthritis?
Pain and stiffness in your body may be arthritis
Pain and stiffness in your body may be arthritis
Sinusitis Symptoms
Information about the common symptoms of sinusitis.
Information about the common symptoms of sinusitis.
Carotid Doppler
Information about the diagnostic test carotid doppler, used to look at blood flow in the carotid arteries. This test can assess risk of stoke caused by blood clots to the brain.
Information about the diagnostic test carotid doppler, used to look at blood flow in the carotid arteries. This test can assess risk of stoke caused by blood clots to the brain.
Heart Rhythm
Information about heart arrhythmias and rhythm disorders, what causes them, how they are diagnosed and how they can be treated.
Information about heart arrhythmias and rhythm disorders, what causes them, how they are diagnosed and how they can be treated.
earlyparkinsons
Information about the early signs and symptoms of Parkinson's Disease.
Information about the early signs and symptoms of Parkinson's Disease.
Checkup
Information about annual health checkups and recommended test that you should have to help detect health problems in their early stages.
Information about annual health checkups and recommended test that you should have to help detect health problems in their early stages.
BP Meds
Information and description of the actions of the different classes of blood pressure medications that are available for treating high blood pressure.
Information and description of the actions of the different classes of blood pressure medications that are available for treating high blood pressure.
Footcare
Information careing for your feet and keeping them healthy.
Information careing for your feet and keeping them healthy.
Dysphagia Treatment
Information about treatment for dysphagia.
Information about treatment for dysphagia.
Medicaid Nursing Home
Question and answer about Medicaid eligibility for nursing home care and payment. Looks at private pay status and ways that Medicaid eligibility is determined through the application process.
Question and answer about Medicaid eligibility for nursing home care and payment. Looks at private pay status and ways that Medicaid eligibility is determined through the application process.
E. coli in Drinking Water
Queations and answers about e coli.
Queations and answers about e coli.
Forteo
Information about Forteo® the newest drug approved for the treatment of osteoporosis
Information about Forteo® the newest drug approved for the treatment of osteoporosis
hypoglycemia
Information about the medical condition hypoglycemia or low blood sugar.
Information about the medical condition hypoglycemia or low blood sugar.
High Blood Pressure
Information about high blood pressure, it's causes, treament and ways to prevent high blood pressure.
Information about high blood pressure, it's causes, treament and ways to prevent high blood pressure.
Mdication Administration Route
Defination and decription of the multiple ways that medications can be administered, including oral, enteral, mucosal percutaneous and parenteral routs of medication administration.
Defination and decription of the multiple ways that medications can be administered, including oral, enteral, mucosal percutaneous and parenteral routs of medication administration.
previcid
Profile of the medication Previcid, used for treating GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) that include infomation about adverse effects and precauctions.
Profile of the medication Previcid, used for treating GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) that include infomation about adverse effects and precauctions.
diabetes_gumdisease
Information about special considerations for periodontal treatment if you have diabetes and information about other oral diseases that diabetics may be more prone to.
Information about special considerations for periodontal treatment if you have diabetes and information about other oral diseases that diabetics may be more prone to.
Vaginal Dryness
Vaginal dryness can prevent older women from having an active and satisfying sex life by causing pain during intercourse. There is help.
Vaginal dryness can prevent older women from having an active and satisfying sex life by causing pain during intercourse. There is help.
gumdisease
Information about the various treatments available for treating gum disease.
Information about the various treatments available for treating gum disease.
UTI
Information about recurrent and chronic urinary tract infection, symptoms of UTI and the challenges in treating it.
Information about recurrent and chronic urinary tract infection, symptoms of UTI and the challenges in treating it.
Minoxidil hair growth baldness
Information about minoxidil for hair regrowth.
Information about minoxidil for hair regrowth.
Sensitive Skin
Seniors can look younger with the help of cosmetics, but it is important to use the right kind of cosmetics for your skin, especiall if you have sensitive skin or allergies.
Seniors can look younger with the help of cosmetics, but it is important to use the right kind of cosmetics for your skin, especiall if you have sensitive skin or allergies.
Impotence
Information about the ways that impotence also known as erectile dysfunction is treated.
Information about the ways that impotence also known as erectile dysfunction is treated.
South Beach Diet
Sample South Beach Diet Recipes
Sample South Beach Diet Recipes
Lower Blood Pressure
a simple how to on lowering blood pressure.
a simple how to on lowering blood pressure.
Diuretics
Information about a study that indicates the best medication for high blood pressure may also be the least expensive.
Information about a study that indicates the best medication for high blood pressure may also be the least expensive.
Adult Day Care
Information about adult day care, what it is, what to look for and how to pay for it.
Information about adult day care, what it is, what to look for and how to pay for it.
Cerebral Thrombosis
Information about cerebral thrombosis which can cause a stroke.
Information about cerebral thrombosis which can cause a stroke.
shingles
Information about Herpes Zoster also known as "shingles" that includes causes, syptoms and treatments available for the pain and inflammation.
Information about Herpes Zoster also known as "shingles" that includes causes, syptoms and treatments available for the pain and inflammation.
Long Term Effects Mineral Oil
Question from a visitor about the long term effects of mineral oil on health.
Question from a visitor about the long term effects of mineral oil on health.
BP Readings
Information about ensuring accuracy of blood pressure readings.
Information about ensuring accuracy of blood pressure readings.
Illustration Of Human Respiratory System
Illustration of human respiratory system and index of informtion.
Illustration of human respiratory system and index of informtion.
gibleed
Chart that shows the different signs and symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding.
Chart that shows the different signs and symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding.
Ocular Histoplasmosis
Information about histoplasmosis and ocular histoplasmosis syndrome.
Information about histoplasmosis and ocular histoplasmosis syndrome.
Protective Sunglasses
Information about the correct type of sunglasses to help protect the eyes from sun damage that may include cataracts.
Information about the correct type of sunglasses to help protect the eyes from sun damage that may include cataracts.
Liver Biopsy
Liver biopsy is a diagnostic test that removes a small peice of tissue from the liver to examine for damage or disease. This article explains how it is done with preparations needed.
Liver biopsy is a diagnostic test that removes a small peice of tissue from the liver to examine for damage or disease. This article explains how it is done with preparations needed.
Avoid Constipation
a simple how to on avoiding constipation.
a simple how to on avoiding constipation.
Skin Rash
Questions from a reader who does not want to bother a doctor about a skin rash.
Questions from a reader who does not want to bother a doctor about a skin rash.
Vertigo
Glossary entry for the medical term vertigo or dizziness.
Glossary entry for the medical term vertigo or dizziness.
Alcohol Harm
Informtion about the long term health riskds of alcohol
Informtion about the long term health riskds of alcohol
Lasix
Information about the diuretic medication Lasix.
Information about the diuretic medication Lasix.
forgetfulness
Information about the treatment of dementia diseases.
Information about the treatment of dementia diseases.
Cerebral Hemorrhage
Information about cerebral hemorrhage that can cause brain damage.
Information about cerebral hemorrhage that can cause brain damage.
Shoulder Fracture
Information about shoulder fracture.
Information about shoulder fracture.
Frequently Asked Medicare Questions
The most frequently asked questions about Medicare.
The most frequently asked questions about Medicare.
Dysphagia
Information about dysphagia or difficulty in swallowing.
Information about dysphagia or difficulty in swallowing.
seniorsex
Romance may not fade with the years but it does change. Learn how to keep the fire alive in your relationship.
Romance may not fade with the years but it does change. Learn how to keep the fire alive in your relationship.
Question - life expectancy for ovarian cancer
FAQ about life expectancy with ovarian cancer.
FAQ about life expectancy with ovarian cancer.
Aging Skin
Information about ways you can protect your skin and detect any problems early.
Information about ways you can protect your skin and detect any problems early.
headache low back pain cancer arthritis neuralgia
Information about the major types of chronic pain.
Information about the major types of chronic pain.
Dysphagia causes
Information about causes of dysphagia.
Information about causes of dysphagia.
Anxiety Disorders Treatment
Information about anti-anxiety medications used for treating anxiety disorders.
Information about anti-anxiety medications used for treating anxiety disorders.
blood donation
Information about blood donation.
Information about blood donation.
Gas
Feature that discusses intestinal gas treatment and prevention.
Feature that discusses intestinal gas treatment and prevention.
Menopause Signs
Information about the common signs of menopause that most women experience at some point as they go through "the change".
Information about the common signs of menopause that most women experience at some point as they go through "the change".
Reversing osteopenia
Excerpted from the book Reversing Osteopenia: The Definitive Guide to Recognizing and Treating Early Bone Loss in Women of All Ages by Harris H. McIlwain, M.D., and Debra Fulghum Bruce, Ph.D., with Laura McIlwain Cruse, M.D., and Kimberly Lynn McIlwain, M.D.
Excerpted from the book Reversing Osteopenia: The Definitive Guide to Recognizing and Treating Early Bone Loss in Women of All Ages by Harris H. McIlwain, M.D., and Debra Fulghum Bruce, Ph.D., with Laura McIlwain Cruse, M.D., and Kimberly Lynn McIlwain, M.D.
Sunglass Primer
Do you know what to look for in a pair of non-prescription sunglasses? This information from the FDA will help you shop for the right pair to protect your eyes.
Do you know what to look for in a pair of non-prescription sunglasses? This information from the FDA will help you shop for the right pair to protect your eyes.
GERD
Information about treatment for GERD and diagnostic tests that can be used to help diagnose problems if these treatments don't work.
Information about treatment for GERD and diagnostic tests that can be used to help diagnose problems if these treatments don't work.
Cozaar
Information about the blood pressure medication Cozaar, including it's actions, side effects and precautions.
Information about the blood pressure medication Cozaar, including it's actions, side effects and precautions.
Natural Menopause Supplemen...
Information about products that can help with the uncomfortable symptoms of menopause.
Information about products that can help with the uncomfortable symptoms of menopause.
Best Fitness Program
The best fitness program is the one you will stick with. It might be running, walking, biking or a combination but it needs to be done on a regular basis to be effective.
The best fitness program is the one you will stick with. It might be running, walking, biking or a combination but it needs to be done on a regular basis to be effective.
Aphasia treatment
Information about treatment of aphasia.
Information about treatment of aphasia.
armraise
Information and instructions for arm raise strenght exercise
Information and instructions for arm raise strenght exercise
Exercises for sore shoulder....from Marian Eure
FAQ about shoulder exercises.
FAQ about shoulder exercises.
Shoulder
Information about the various disorders and injuries of the shoulder that can cause pain for seniors.
Information about the various disorders and injuries of the shoulder that can cause pain for seniors.
Cause of Death
There are several diseases and conditions that the the most common cause of death among seniors in the United States. We have included the top 10 causes of death for older adults over the age of 65. Includes information on heart disease, cancer, stroke and Alzheimer's disease.
There are several diseases and conditions that the the most common cause of death among seniors in the United States. We have included the top 10 causes of death for older adults over the age of 65. Includes information on heart disease, cancer, stroke and Alzheimer's disease.
Foot Health
Information about common foot problems that affect seniors. Also included information on treatment and ways to prevent foot pain and problems.
Information about common foot problems that affect seniors. Also included information on treatment and ways to prevent foot pain and problems.
Viagra
Information about the prescription drug Viagra.
Information about the prescription drug Viagra.
Coumadin
Information about the blood thinnning drug coumadin, also known as warfarin.
Information about the blood thinnning drug coumadin, also known as warfarin.
Impotence and Smoking
Information about a study that shows smoking increases the likelihood of impotence, also known as erectile dysfunction in men.
Information about a study that shows smoking increases the likelihood of impotence, also known as erectile dysfunction in men.
Home Health Care
Home health care is an option for seniors who are no longer able to be completely independent but want to avoid institutional care. Information on home health care options and paying for home health care.
Home health care is an option for seniors who are no longer able to be completely independent but want to avoid institutional care. Information on home health care options and paying for home health care.
Following The Dash Diet
DASH eating plan.
DASH eating plan.
Bed Sore
Definition and description of decubitus ulcer or bed sore.
Definition and description of decubitus ulcer or bed sore.
Sleep Apnea Treatment
Information on the treatment of sleep apnea.
Information on the treatment of sleep apnea.
Type 2 Signs
Information about the signs and symptoms of Type 2 Diabetesthat affects many seniors.
Information about the signs and symptoms of Type 2 Diabetesthat affects many seniors.
Medication Reminders
Information about products that can help to remind you that it is time to take a medication.
Information about products that can help to remind you that it is time to take a medication.
Prevent Medicare Fraud
a simple how to on preventing medicare fraud.
a simple how to on preventing medicare fraud.
Wrinkle Removal
Information about the common ways plastic surgeons remove wrinkles from aging and sun damaged skin.
Information about the common ways plastic surgeons remove wrinkles from aging and sun damaged skin.
hypothermia
Information on the signs to look for if hypothermia is suspected.
Information on the signs to look for if hypothermia is suspected.
pancreatitis
Information about pancreatitis, an inflammation of the pancreas, including information about diagnosis.
Information about pancreatitis, an inflammation of the pancreas, including information about diagnosis.
TIPS TO HELP YOU CONTROL CHOLESTEROL
Tips to help you control cholesterol for national cholesterol education month.
Tips to help you control cholesterol for national cholesterol education month.
FAQ - black spot on toenail
FAQ about black spot on toenail and foot care.
FAQ about black spot on toenail and foot care.
weight loss
Excess weight is unhealty but often difficult to control. These weight loss tips can help seniors lose weight and improve health.
Excess weight is unhealty but often difficult to control. These weight loss tips can help seniors lose weight and improve health.
stress test
Information about a diagnostic test for heart disease, that assesses the hearts performance during aerobic exercise.
Information about a diagnostic test for heart disease, that assesses the hearts performance during aerobic exercise.
exerstrength
Exercises to increase strength and muscle size.
Exercises to increase strength and muscle size.
Stroke Symptoms
Know the symptoms of stroke in order to access emergency help immediately.
Know the symptoms of stroke in order to access emergency help immediately.
Aphasia Types
Information about the types of aphasia.
Information about the types of aphasia.
Does medicare cover hospice ?
Question and answer about Medicare coverage of hospice services.
Question and answer about Medicare coverage of hospice services.
AOA Information for African American Elders
Information about the AoA and African American elders.
Information about the AoA and African American elders.
Cerebral Embolism
Information about cerebral embolism.
Information about cerebral embolism.
Cardio Video
Top Ten Picks Videos About Cardiovascular Exercise from your About.com Guide
Top Ten Picks Videos About Cardiovascular Exercise from your About.com Guide
Dysphagia occurance
Information about how dysphagia occurs.
Information about how dysphagia occurs.
Top Picks-Capsasin Topical Analgesics
Top picks in capsasin products for topical pain relief
Top picks in capsasin products for topical pain relief
Natural Menopause
Guest article describing a natural approach to menopause and its symptoms and effects on women.
Guest article describing a natural approach to menopause and its symptoms and effects on women.
Women and HBP
Information about women and high blood pressure.
Information about women and high blood pressure.
Namenda
Information about the medication Namenda, used for treating dementia and memory loss in patients with moderate to severe Alzheimer's Disease.
Information about the medication Namenda, used for treating dementia and memory loss in patients with moderate to severe Alzheimer's Disease.
Shoulder Diagnosis
Information about the diagnosis of shoulder pain and problems.
Information about the diagnosis of shoulder pain and problems.
Hair loss baldness hair care cosmetics
Information about the hair care cosmetic industry.
Information about the hair care cosmetic industry.
Constipation
Information about the causes and treatments of common constipation.
Information about the causes and treatments of common constipation.
Cause of Crohns Disease
Introduction and index of information about crohn's disease, also known as ileitis or enteritis.
Introduction and index of information about crohn's disease, also known as ileitis or enteritis.
DEXA-Scan
Information about dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry a diagnostic test for osteoporosis.
Information about dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry a diagnostic test for osteoporosis.
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Older Persons
Information about programs for older gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender population provided by the agency on aging.
Information about programs for older gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender population provided by the agency on aging.
bicepcurl
Information and instructions on biceps curl strength exercise.
Information and instructions on biceps curl strength exercise.
GERD Surgery
Information about a study that shows that surgery may not be the most effective treatment for GERD.
Information about a study that shows that surgery may not be the most effective treatment for GERD.
COPD Bronchitis and Emphysema
COPD is a group of lung diseases that includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Patients with chronic bronchitis and emphysema have excessive airway mucous, persistent cough and difficult breathing.
COPD is a group of lung diseases that includes chronic bronchitis and emphysema. Patients with chronic bronchitis and emphysema have excessive airway mucous, persistent cough and difficult breathing.
Flomax
Information about the prescription medication Flomax, used in the treatment of Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH). Helps reduce urine retention and increase urine flow.
Information about the prescription medication Flomax, used in the treatment of Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH). Helps reduce urine retention and increase urine flow.
Baldness alopecia male patern baldness
Information about baldness.
Information about baldness.
Healthy recipe fruit salad
Recipe for Rainbow Fruit Salad. This makes a healthy low-fat dessert.
Recipe for Rainbow Fruit Salad. This makes a healthy low-fat dessert.
Women Checkup
Information announcing the start of National Women's Health Week on the day after Mother's Day to encourage all women to have regular checkups for their health.
Information announcing the start of National Women's Health Week on the day after Mother's Day to encourage all women to have regular checkups for their health.
COPD
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or COPD is a progressive lung disease almost always caused by many years of smoking.
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or COPD is a progressive lung disease almost always caused by many years of smoking.
Food Guide Pyramid For Adults
The USDA food guide pyramid for americans.
The USDA food guide pyramid for americans.
Diabetes Memory Loss Stroke
Question and answer about the connection between diabetes and memory loss.
Question and answer about the connection between diabetes and memory loss.
Water Detox
Guest article from Alex Jamieson on the importance of water in our diet and for our health.
Guest article from Alex Jamieson on the importance of water in our diet and for our health.
pain treatment by surgery nerve endings
Information about surgery to relieve chronic pain.
Information about surgery to relieve chronic pain.
Walk Away the Pounds
Review of the book "Walk Away the Pounds" by Leslie Sansone. This 6 week program is for beginners and advanced walkers.
Review of the book "Walk Away the Pounds" by Leslie Sansone. This 6 week program is for beginners and advanced walkers.
Loneliness Can Make You Sick
Seniors appear to benefit from better health when they have more social interaction. Many seniors live alone in isolation after a spouse dies and children move. This often results in loneliness that can contribute to illness.
Seniors appear to benefit from better health when they have more social interaction. Many seniors live alone in isolation after a spouse dies and children move. This often results in loneliness that can contribute to illness.
Acromegaly Diagnosis
Information about the diagnosis of acromegaly.
Information about the diagnosis of acromegaly.
The Healthy Lifestyle
The Healthy Lifestyle
The Healthy Lifestyle
Prescriptions Canada
Informational feature about purchasing prescription drugs from Canadian pharmacies.
Informational feature about purchasing prescription drugs from Canadian pharmacies.
Can Diet of Exercise Relieve the Symptoms of Parkinson's Disease
Diet and exercise to help relieve symptoms of parkinson's disease.
Diet and exercise to help relieve symptoms of parkinson's disease.
Fiber
Fiber has been recognised as a very important part of your diet.
Fiber has been recognised as a very important part of your diet.
Detecting COPD
Information about the detection of COPD through tests and examination.
Information about the detection of COPD through tests and examination.
Dysphagia problems
Information about problems caused by dysphagia.
Information about problems caused by dysphagia.
chairstand
Information and instructions for chair stand strength exercise.
Information and instructions for chair stand strength exercise.
Medication Side Effects
Question about blood pressure medications and undesirable side effects.
Question about blood pressure medications and undesirable side effects.
Medicare Coverage
Question about Medicare coverage and residence in Canada with informaation about options for health care coverage.
Question about Medicare coverage and residence in Canada with informaation about options for health care coverage.
Sample Menu
Sample Dash Diet Menu
Sample Dash Diet Menu
triceps
Information and instructions for triceps extension strength exercise.
Information and instructions for triceps extension strength exercise.
Vascular Dementia
Ifomation about a common type of dementia - vascular dementia not caused by Alzheimer's diasese that occures in older adults.
Ifomation about a common type of dementia - vascular dementia not caused by Alzheimer's diasese that occures in older adults.
Age Sexual Satisfaction
A survey finds that age does not decrease satisfaction with sex life for men.
A survey finds that age does not decrease satisfaction with sex life for men.
Stopping Medications
Should you stop taking a medication because the condition you have been taking the medication for has improved? Why you should talk with your doctor.
Should you stop taking a medication because the condition you have been taking the medication for has improved? Why you should talk with your doctor.
Plantar Fexion
Plantar flexion strength exercise.
Plantar flexion strength exercise.
The Cornea and Corneal Disease
Introduction to information on the cornew and corneal disease.
Introduction to information on the cornew and corneal disease.