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Have you ever been shopping, tried to grab something just out of reach on an upper shelf, and felt an immediate strain in your neck? Or did you ever wake up in the morning and for some unknown reason have a painful, stiff neck that left you barely able to move your head?
Fall is a great time to travel, especially for older adults. Once school is back in session, popular destinations are often less crowded and less expensive.

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Using the Internet to find healthcare information is becoming a popular tool; therefore, it is important to understand the information you get from the Internet so you and your doctor can have an informed conversation.
With a heightened interest in Parkinson's disease (PD) a new optimism is emerging. Some scientists are predicting that if research into this disease continues at its present rate, PD may be preventable in the early 21st century.
People are more likely to have problems with balance as they get older. But age is not the only reason these problems occur; there are other causes, too. In some cases, you can help reduce your risk for certain balance problems.
American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry endorses bill addressing the comprehensive mental health needs of older adults.
The consumer revolution has led to changes in virtually every industry. We increasingly expect to have things "our way"-from burgers to cell phone plans to bank accounts to mortgage loans-and companies comply. So it's no big surprise that the country's best hospitals are adopting patient-centered health care models. What is surprising is the depth of the strides that have already been made.
New Mental Health Care Web Site Is User Friendly Resource For Older Adults and Their Families
Summer is a time for fun, relaxation and great times outdoors. But for older adults, the warm weather can be very dangerous without taking the proper precautions.
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Marge Engelman Recent research on the brain indicates that mental decline is not inevitable. Marge Engelman offers fun, practical solutions to exercise your brain and maintain its health.

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