Common Ailments among the Elderly

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Common Ailments among Elderly
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Heart Disease
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Those who develop high blood pressure or high
cholesterol are at higher risk of having a stroke
or heart disease.
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Arthritis
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A condition that is synonymous with aging,
arthritis occurs when joints in the body are
damaged, making walking, standing, or even
sitting painful.
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Alzheimers Disease
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Alzheimers is the most common type of dementia
and as of now is still classified as a chronic
illness.
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Cancer
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After heart disease, cancer is the leading cause
of death among elderly people. In 2013, it was
responsible for 407,558 deaths for those 65 and
above.
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Knowing the various illnesses common among
elderly people is absolutely important. To find
out more about home care for seniors, contact
Eldercare Services today.
www.eldercarelv.com