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In the United States, people over 65 years old have the highest rate of inpatient hospital admissions of any other age group. Statistics show that more than a quarter of all inpatient hospital stays every year involve seniors. Seniors typically need inpatient hospital care because of medical emergencies, diagnostic testing, surgical procedures, or intensive treatments…

The keys to living a long, healthy life typically include eating right and getting regular exercise. Despite this, disease and injury don’t always play by the rules. For many seniors in the United States, illnesses require more than just an apple a day – they require prescription medications. Prescription medications are available to treat all…

Psychotherapy is a type of mental health care that helps patients make changes to certain behaviors, thoughts, and emotions, so they can overcome psychological disorders such as depression, anxiety, insomnia, and others.   According to scientific and medical studies in the United States, seniors have a higher risk of developing mental health issues like depression and…

Finding the right type of birth control isn’t usually the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about what health care benefits are available for Medicare recipients. However, not all Medicare recipients are over 65 years old. In fact, in the United States today, approximately three percent of all Medicare recipients are between the…

Most people experience vision changes as they get older. Some start to notice they have trouble reading fine print without “readers.” Others say that the TV screen is blurry, or nighttime driving isn’t fun anymore. Some people experience vision loss that disrupts their everyday activities.  As you age, you should be getting regular eye exams…

Today in the United States, there are over 16.5 million people over the age of 65 who are diabetics. Type two diabetes, formerly known as adult-onset diabetes, occurs when there’s an abnormal amount of blood glucose (sugar) circulating through the body regularly.  If your blood glucose levels are too high and you aren’t getting the…

Many people assume that alcohol abuse only affects younger adults, but in fact, seniors are even more susceptible to alcohol addiction than their younger peers. Seniors are more vulnerable to substance abuse because they are more likely to experience depression, chronic pain, anxiety disorders, loneliness, and other conditions that often accompany older age.   In the…

Clinical genetic testing may be ordered by your doctor for a variety of reasons. While not a substitute for regular checkups, genetic testing can identify risk factors for developing certain diseases like breast or colon cancer and Alzheimer’s disease. People who are over 65 years old can use genetic testing to find out more about…

Oxygen therapy is often necessary for people who have low blood oxygen levels (hypoxemia). The low levels may be due to health conditions like COPD, pneumonia, bronchitis, pulmonary fibrosis, heart disease, sleep apnea, cystic fibrosis, late-stage heart failure, or asthma. You may be experiencing hypoxemia if you have any of the following symptoms:• Dyspnea (shortness…

Mobility aids have come a long way since the invention of the wheelchair in the early 1700s. Today, seniors who experience mobility challenges have a range of solutions available, including powered scooters that can be used indoors and out. Powered scooters include electric motors controlled by steering mechanisms, allowing the user to effortlessly drive the…

In the United States, Baby Boomers have entered their retirement years. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of Americans over the age of 65 is expected to be somewhere around 82 million by the year 2050. Additionally, advances in medical science and health research have meant that seniors are living longer lives. A…

Physical therapy is one of the leading solutions for rehabilitation after an injury or surgery. Many medical professionals also recommend physical therapy before turning to invasive procedures or potentially harmful prescription medications. Seniors in the United States are some of the most frequent patients of physical therapists, and it’s likely that this will continue as…