Medically Reviewed by Poonam Sachdev Written by Shawna Seed Is This Normal? The way you grow older is specific to you. Lifestyle, among other things, can play a role in the process.…
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Warning Signs of Type 2 Diabetes
In many cases, type 2 isn’t discovered until it takes a serious toll on your health. Make sure you know the early red flags to watch for. Medically Reviewed by Zilpah…
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Medications Seniors Should Use With Caution
Why Age Makes a Difference It’s no secret that when you get older, your body doesn’t work the way it used to. And that’s true for how you react to…
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How to Deal with Stress and Depression During the Holidays
Understanding the holiday blues The holiday season can trigger depression for a number a reasons. You may not be able to make it home for the holidays, or you may…
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10 Ways to Improve Your Memory
Aging increases your risk of dementia, but there are some things you can do to boost your memory as you get older. Start with these habits. Medically Reviewed by Brunilda Nazario, MD…
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12 Changes You Can Expect in Your 70s
Medically Reviewed by Poonam Sachdev The way you grow older is specific to you, but certain changes in your 70s are more or less universal. See what you can do to…
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Dementia: Here’s What Raises Your Risk
There’s nothing you can do about your genes or getting older. But many of the other things that raise your odds of dementia are within your control. Medically Reviewed by Carol…
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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH
America acknowledges October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month each year, advocating and raising awareness for victims of domestic violence. In October of 1981, the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCAD)…
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Early Signs of Type 2 Diabetes
In many cases, type 2 isn’t discovered until it takes a serious toll on your health. Here are some early red flags to watch for. Medically Reviewed by Zilpah Sheikh, MD What…
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Is It Alzheimer’s or Normal Aging?
We all forget things sometimes — it doesn’t necessarily mean you’re going to have dementia. But if you notice these signs, you may want to talk to your doctor. Medically…
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