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Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea is a disorder that causes several interruptions in breathing while a person is sleeping. Left untreated, sleep...

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Adults age 65 and older are at a higher risk for hospitalization and death from foodborne illness. This increased risk of foodborne...

Pneumonia is an infection that inflames the air sacs in one or both lungs. The air sacs may fill with fluid or pus (purulent material),...

Good nutrition is critical to overall health and well-being, yet many older adults are at risk of inadequate nutrition. As the adult...

What Are Signs of Abuse? You may see signs of abuse or neglect when you visit an older adult at home or in an eldercare facility. You may...

Did you know that about half of all eye injuries happen right at home? Home activities that can injure your eyes include: Cleaning....

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Take Steps to Prevent Food Poisoning As you prepare and handle food, follow these four steps to help prevent foodborne illness (also...

September is Healthy Aging Month – 10 Tips to Celebrate 10 10 Tips for Reinventing Yourself during September Is Healthy Aging Month:...