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… Abuse and neglect of older adults: Understanding gender differences Last updated … can affect a person's health, happiness and safety. Older adults can experience different kinds of harm from people they rely on or trust. Abuse of older adults can occur at home, in the community, or in …
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… Abuse and neglect of older adults: Information for family caregivers Last updated … Document Vietnamese Eighty per cent of caregiving for older adults is provided by families, usually by a spouse, partner … tension. What types of abuse or neglect can happen to older adults? Abuse and neglect in later life can affect a …
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… Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs): Risks for Older Adults On this page: Overview Overview … are common in older women and men. Things that make older adults more likely to develop UTIs include: An immune system … be causing urination problems, talk to your doctor. Older adults also are more likely to have conditions that …
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… Heimlich Manoeuvre for Adults and Children Older Than 1 Year On this page: Overview … Romito MD - Family Medicine … Heimlich Manoeuvre for Adults and Children Older Than 1 Year …
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… Heart Rate Problems: Should I Get a Pacemaker? Decision … choices are so that you can talk to your doctor about them. Heart Rate Problems: Should I Get a Pacemaker? 1 Get the … get a pacemaker. This decision aid is NOT for people with heart failure. The decision for heart failure patients may …
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… Heart Attack: How to Prevent Another One On this page: … Overview Overview After you've had a heart attack, you may be worried that you could have another … are things you can do to reduce your risk of having another heart attack. Take your medicine. Medicines can help prevent …
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… Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) for Heart Failure On this page: Overview … ventricular assist device (VAD) helps pump blood from your heart to the rest of your body. It's used when your heart is not able to pump enough blood on its own. The …
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… Resuming Sexual Activity After a Heart Attack On this page: Overview Overview After a heart attack, most people can resume sexual activity when … Some people are afraid to resume sexual activity after a heart attack. They are worried that they will have symptoms …
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… Coronary Artery Disease: Exercising for a Healthy Heart Actionset Overview When you have heart disease, regular physical activity is very important for your heart, mind, and body. Being active can help your heart get …
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… Useful resources Canada's Physical Activity Guide for Older Adults Seniors BC … Overcoming barriers to being physically …
