Senior Health

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Senior Health

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Questions What Age for Pneumonia Vaccine? At what age should I have a pneumonia vaccination? Thank you!
Questions Clitoris Changes with Age Does the clitoris disappear with age? After 70?
Questions Differentiating Between Grief and Clinical Depression My mom died a few months ago and dad isn't taking it well. He's lost interest in food, socializing, is not sleeping well, and has guilt about "unfinished business" in their relationship. How can I tell the difference between natural grief and depression?
Questions Mammogram Screening for Breast Cancer Survivors How often should I have a mammogram? I am 77 years old and had breast cancer, and my mother died of breast cancer.
Questions Hearing Loss Research Is there any research being done to help treat and prevent hearing loss? So many older people I know seem to be dealing with it.
Questions Is Hearing Loss Inevitable As We Age? Is hearing loss inevitable as we age? Is there anything we can do to prevent it?
Questions Who Should Get Shingles Vaccine? My mother, who is 91, had a mastectomy 30 years ago. Luckily, she is still in good health today. Is it okay for her to get a shingles shot now? It's hard to tell whether her immune system is weak or not.
Questions Parkinson's Disease Symptoms and Diagnosis I've been noticing slight tremors, some speech difficulties and stiffness in my 72-year-old dad. Could these symptoms be related to Parkinson's disease? How is it diagnosed?
Questions Aging Skin Prevention and Treatment What can be done about aging, thinning skin on the arms and legs as we get older? Is there a best ingredient in over-the-counter products? This is happening despite excellent nutrition and otherwise very good health.
Questions Alzheimer's Symptoms I'm concerned that my 75-year-old mother may be showing signs of early Alzheimer's. Can you tell me what I should look for and what steps we should take?

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