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… Phases of a Clinical Trial On this page: Overview Overview A clinical trial is done to find out … it works for a certain population, such as adults over the age of 65 or a certain racial group. New combinations of … it works for a certain population, such as adults over the age of 65 or a certain racial group. New combinations of …
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… Sick Sinus Syndrome On this page: Overview Overview Sick sinus … reasons. It most commonly results from the effect of age on the sinus node. As we get older, scarring of the … . It can occur when the heart's natural pacemaker is damaged. If you have this syndrome, you may have symptoms such …
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… Caregiving: Fingernail Care On this page: Overview Overview Nail care is … a nail brush. Remember that nails tend to get harder with age, and the skin on the hands can become thin and dry. So … with home treatment, such as antibiotic ointment and a bandage. Caregiving: Foot and Toenail Care …
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… End-Stage Renal Disease On this page: … disease have successful kidney transplants. Others live for years using dialysis. Some people choose not to treat their …
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… Sharing Memories With Older Adults On this page: Overview Overview Sharing memories … someone else with their memories. You may need to encourage an older person and let him or her know that you are … described a snowstorm that occurred when he or she was 10 years old, you might ask, "Were you afraid when it snowed …
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… Jerry's Story: Take Prediabetes Seriously On this page: Jerry's Story Jerry's Story Jerry has a message for everyone who is diagnosed with prediabetes. "Take it … a note from Laura. It said, "Let's still be doing this 18 years from now." "I looked at those pictures and thought …
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… Bev's Story: Coping With Arthritis On this page: Bev's Story Bev's Story Bev isn't letting the pain of … when she tries to turn them. Easing the pain For the past 6 years, Bev has been able to keep her pain under control with … pain medicine, natural health products, massage, and acupuncture. But massage and acupuncture seem to …
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… your feet need extra care and attention. Diabetes can damage the nerve endings and blood vessels in your feet, making … the nerves and blood vessels in your feet can get damaged. Your feet may feel numb, and injuries may take longer … your feet need extra care and attention. Diabetes can damage the nerve endings and blood vessels in your feet, making …
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… Tinea Versicolor On this page: … to come back after treatment. It may come and go over the years. In general, it tends to get better as you get older. … to come back after treatment. It may come and go over the years. In general, it tends to get better as you get older. …
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… you or your baby. Checking your blood sugar helps you manage your diabetes during pregnancy. It helps you treat low … if your blood sugar is low. If you've had diabetes for many years, you may not have symptoms until your blood sugar is … you or your baby. Checking your blood sugar helps you manage your diabetes during pregnancy. It helps you treat low …
