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… Frailty in Older Adults On this page: Overview Overview Growing older … likely to happen when a person has certain other health problems, such as diabetes or dementia. These other health … that you agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy . Learn how we develop our content . … Overview Growing older
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… aging Last updated January 25, 2024 As you enter middle age, you may be noticing natural changes to your body or mind. Learn how to plan for a healthy life in the coming decade and … health and safety: Health Screening: Finding Health Problems Early Vision Problems: Living with Poor Eyesight …
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Older adults and flexibility Last updated December 1, 2016 … cause you mild discomfort, but you shouldn't feel pain. … Older adults and flexibility …
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… Pressure Injuries On this page: Prevention When to … presses on the skin, such as when oxygen tubes press on the ears or cheeks. Pressure injuries can range from red areas … slow to heal. When pressure injuries do not heal properly, problems such as bone, blood, and skin infections can …
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… Rectal Problems On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms … in older adults. Hemorrhoids . These are enlarged veins near the lower end of the rectum or outside the anus. An … to the rectum or vagina? Physical or sexual abuse and other injuries to these areas can cause problems like rectal pain …
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… Chest Problems On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms … Information Check Your Symptoms Overview Chest pain and heart attack Chest discomfort or pain may be a key warning … of Your Appointment Back Problems and Injuries Heartburn Hyperventilation Neck Problems and …
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… Preventing injuries Last updated January 7, 2025 Being physically … overheating and cardiovascular complications, such as a heart attack.  The health benefits of physical activity … Tool Free resources and training for recognition, management and recovery from concussion. They provide …
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… Overuse Injuries On this page: Overview Overview When you use one … form for the activity. Not using proper equipment, such as wearing poorly fitting shoes. Doing too much of an activity …
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… Scalp Problems On this page: Overview Health Tools Check Your … B vitamins. Damage to the hair shafts from burns or other injuries. Itching, flaking, or crusting of the scalp … rash spreads from these edges, often leaving the centre clear, so the rash has a ring shape. Ongoing (chronic) skin …
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… Breast Problems On this page: Overview Check Your Symptoms Self-Care Preparing For … during a clinical breast examination or after a mammogram . Early breast cancer is often seen on a mammogram before … years or younger 12 to 55 years 12 to 55 years 56 years or older 56 years or older Are you male or female? Male Male …