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Asthma in Older Adults: Managing Your Symptoms

People can develop asthma at any age, but asthma in seniors often requires more careful treatment. Since many older adults live with other chronic conditions that have similar symptoms, asthma...
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  • Do I Need a Hearing Aid?

    Understanding hearing aids, how hearing aids work, and how to diagnose hearing loss are important as you age. Fortunately, hearing aids can help you manage any age-related hearing loss and help you...
  • Learn How to Limit Screen Time With These Tips

    Your smartphone can be a convenient device that allows you to stay connected, no matter where life takes you. However, these phones can also use up plenty of your time, whether you're texting...
  • Top 10 Vitamins for Seniors

    A well-rounded diet includes healthy foods that nourish your body with the vitamins and minerals it needs to thrive. Ideally, you'll get your vitamins from food sources, but supplementing your diet...
  • 6 Ways to Save on Healthcare Expenses

    With healthcare costs as high as they are today, it helps to know how to take advantage of ways to save. Finding affordable medical insurance that meets your needs is a good place to start.
  • How to Live Longer with Healthy Habits

    Even though aging is inevitable, you can slow down the impact of aging by living a healthy lifestyle. If you're wondering how to live longer, the key is establishing healthy habits and sticking...
  • 11 Health Myths Debunked

    Health myths are stories or health information — that aren't true — spread among people who are trying to help. Some myths come from family and friends, and some untruths are found online, but all...
  • Type 2 Diabetes Prevention Tips

    Tips for preventing Type 2 Diabetes and the risk factors that can lead to a diagnosis.
  • Shingles Symptoms

    Discover Shingles symptoms and how to cope with Shingles with these tips.
  • Types of Headaches and Treatment

    Headaches are a common condition that can bring plenty of discomfort to everyday life. The World Health Organization reports that 50% to 75% of all adults in the world experienced a headache in the...
  • Foods for a Healthy Gut

    It might surprise you to learn that your gut health can impact more than just your stomach. An unhealthy gut can affect your overall health as well as your mood, sleep, and skin allergies. If...

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