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Updated Heart Disease Prevention Guidelines for Women Issued by American Heart Association

On February 15, 2011, the American Heart Association (AHA) issued updated Heart Disease Prevention Guidelines specifically for women. The updated guidelines for women focus more on practical medical advice that works in the “real-world” rather than recommendations based only . . . → Read More: Updated Heart Disease Prevention Guidelines for Women Issued by American Heart Association

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See also, Prevention

See also, the information under “Prevention.” Because there is no known cure for diabetes, treatment consists of management of the disease, including the same diet, exercise and other steps beneficial for prevention of diabetes.

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Correctible Vision Loss

Common Refractive Errors (Vision Loss) that occur naturally with aging, and are correctible with eyeglasses: Nearsightedness (Myopia) by MayoClinic.com »View Info Farsightedness (Hyperopia) by MayoClinic.com »View Info Astigmatism by MayoClinic.com »View Info Presbyopia (inability to focus close up as . . . → Read More: Correctible Vision Loss

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A Tutorial on Cataract

Cataract — NIH Senior Health, a tutorial on cataract by the National Institutes of Health, Senior Health. Defines cataract, which is one of the most common conditions facing older adults, and discusses the development and risk factors, symptoms and . . . → Read More: A Tutorial on Cataract

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A Tutorial on Glaucoma

Glaucoma — NIH Senior Health, a tutorial on glaucoma by the National Institutes of Health, Senior Health. Defines glaucoma, which is one of the most common conditions facing older adults, and discusses the causes and risk factors, symptoms and . . . → Read More: A Tutorial on Glaucoma

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Age-related Macular Degeneration

Age-related Macular Degeneration – NIH Senior Health, tutorial on diabetic retinopathy by the National Institutes of Health, Senior Health. Defines diabetic retinopathy, which is one of the most common eyesight problems facing older adults, and discusses the causes and . . . → Read More: Age-related Macular Degeneration

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Diabetic Retinopathy

Diabetic Retinopathy, MedlinePlus, Medical Encyclopedia, National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Facts about the definitions, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of this leading cause of visual impairment in the elderly. . . . → Read More: Diabetic Retinopathy

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Eyes and Vision Links

Eyes and Vision, MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Comprehensive list with links to information on all of the many potential medical problems relating to the eyes and vision. . . . → Read More: Eyes and Vision Links

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Vision Problems in Aging Adults

Vision Problems in Aging Adults, Cleveland Clinic. List and brief medical description of the several eye problems that become more common among people as they age. »View Info

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Cataract Facts

Cataract, MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. This website provides links to detailed information on cararact, a condition involving a clouding of the lens in the eye, impairing vision. . . . → Read More: Cataract Facts

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Glaucoma Facts

Glaucoma, MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. This website provides links to detailed information on glaucoma, a leading eye problem for the elderly – which is a leading cause . . . → Read More: Glaucoma Facts

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Vision Loss and Other Eye Diseases

Vision Loss and Other Eye Diseases, Aging in The Know by American Geriatrics Society’s Foundation for Health in Aging. Overview of the four major types of eye diseases that commonly cause vision problems in older adults: cataracts, macular degeneration, . . . → Read More: Vision Loss and Other Eye Diseases

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Aging and Your Eyes

Aging and Your Eyes, Cleveland Clinic. Discussion of the medical aspects of several types of common age-related eye problems, as well as three suggestions for preventing eye problems: (1) see your family doctor regularly to check for diseases like . . . → Read More: Aging and Your Eyes

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Signs of Eye Problems in Adults

Signs of Eye Problems in Adults,The Vision Learning Center, Prevent Blindness America, PreventBlindness.org. Checklist of changes in your eyes or vision that should be investigated further, and a further list of symptoms that may indicate a potentially serious problem . . . → Read More: Signs of Eye Problems in Adults

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Facts About Cataract

Facts About Cataract: Symptoms and Detection, National Eye Institute, U.S. National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Includes a list of the symptoms of cataract and the eye examinations involved in its detection. »View . . . → Read More: Facts About Cataract

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Facts About Glaucoma

Facts About Glaucoma: Symptoms and Detection, National Eye Institute, U.S. National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Includes a list of the symptoms of glaucoma and the eye examinations involved in its detection. »View . . . → Read More: Facts About Glaucoma

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Facts About Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Facts About Age-Related Macular Degeneration: Symptoms and Detection, National Eye Institute, U.S. National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Includes a list of the symptoms of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and the eye examinations involved . . . → Read More: Facts About Age-Related Macular Degeneration

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Facts About Diabetic Retinopathy

Facts About Diabetic Retinopathy: Symptoms and Detection, National Eye Institute, U.S. National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Includes a list of the symptoms of diabetic retinopathy and the eye examinations involved in its detection. . . . → Read More: Facts About Diabetic Retinopathy

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Interactive Quiz from the National Eye Institute

Do You Have Low Vision? Interactive quiz from the National Eye Institute, U.S. National Institutes of Health, to help you recognize the symptoms of low vision. Links to a website with information on the definition and what you should . . . → Read More: Interactive Quiz from the National Eye Institute

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Eye Exams: What to expect

Eye exams: What to expect, MayoClinic.com. Regular eye exams can detect eye problems at an early stage when they are most treatable. This article explains the types of eye specialists and what is involved in an eye exam. »View . . . → Read More: Eye Exams: What to expect

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Eye Disease Simulations

Eye Disease Simulations, National Eye Institute, U.S. National Institutes of Health. Shows a scene as it might be viewed by someone with normal vision, and the same scene as it might be viewed by someone with • Age-Related Macular . . . → Read More: Eye Disease Simulations

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Merck Medical Manual on Eye Disorders

Symptoms and Diagnosis of Eye Disorders, Merck Medical Manual, Home Edition: Symptoms Diagnosis

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Eye Problems and Diagnosis Chart

Eye Problems, F amilyDoctor.org, site of American Academy of Family Physicians. A diagnostic chart showing a list of several symptoms of eye problems, pointing for each to the likely diagnosis, and self-care or medical care action to be taken. . . . → Read More: Eye Problems and Diagnosis Chart

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Tips for Safe Fun in the Sun

Tips for Safe Fun in the Sun, EyeSmart, a website of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Stresses the importance of protecting eyes from harmful rays of the sun, by wearing sunglasses and wide-brimmed hats. Reports that, “Studies show that . . . → Read More: Tips for Safe Fun in the Sun

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Tips to Prevent Eye Trouble

Too Much Sun, Too Few Antioxidants Spell Eye Trouble; The combination contributes to age-related macular degeneration, study finds, HealthDay, U.S. News & World Report, October 14, 2008. »View Info

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Eye Exams: What to Expect

Eye Exams: What to Expect,EyeCare America, a Program of the Foundation of the American Academy of Opthalmology. Recommends that seniors age 65 and over should have complete eye exams by their Eye M.D. every one to two years to . . . → Read More: Eye Exams: What to Expect

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Prevent Vision Problems

Vision Problems: Prevention, MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine, U.S. National Institutes of Health. In addition to regular eye checkups, the following steps can help prevent eye and vision problems: Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes. Don’t smoke. Limit how . . . → Read More: Prevent Vision Problems

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Eyeglasses Discussed by Cleveland Clinic

Eyeglasses, Cleveland Clinic. Discussion of the types of eyeglasses available to correct vision problems, such as common refractive problems that occur naturally with aging – including: nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia. Eyeglasses work by focusing light more appropriately on . . . → Read More: Eyeglasses Discussed by Cleveland Clinic

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Facts About Cataract

Facts About Cataract: Treatment, National Eye Institute, U.S. National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Includes a good discussion of how a cataract is treated, including the surgery options, risks associated, and what to expect. . . . → Read More: Facts About Cataract

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Facts About Diabetic Retinopathy

Facts About Diabetic Retinopathy: Treatment, National Eye Institute, U.S. National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Includes a good discussion of how diabetic retinopathy is treated, the different treatment options, including laser procedure options, risks . . . → Read More: Facts About Diabetic Retinopathy

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Facts About Glaucoma

Facts About Glaucoma: Treatment, National Eye Institute, U.S. National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Includes a good discussion of how glaucoma can be treated, including laser and surgery options, risks associated, use of eye . . . → Read More: Facts About Glaucoma

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Facts About Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Facts About Age-Related Macular Degeneration: Treatment, National Eye Institute, U.S. National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Includes a good discussion of how age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is treated and what to expect, as well . . . → Read More: Facts About Age-Related Macular Degeneration

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Bilberry as Treatment for Certain Eye Disorders

Bilberry Fruit (Vaccinium myrtillus), as Treatment for Certain Eye Disorders, MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine, U.S. National Institutes of Health. Studies have found that bilberry fruit may be useful as a treatment for a variety of eye disorders, including . . . → Read More: Bilberry as Treatment for Certain Eye Disorders

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Facts about Glaucoma

Glaucoma, Merck Medical Manual, Home Edition. Facts about Glaucoma, its symptoms, screening and diagnosis, with particular detail about available treatments, including eye drops, surgery, and medications. Includes a detailed chart of some of the medications used to treat Glaucoma, . . . → Read More: Facts about Glaucoma

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Eye Drops Discussed by Eye Care America

Eye drops, Eye Care America, the Foundation of the American Academy of Opthalmology. Eye drops contain medicines that are used to treat many eye diseases and conditions. Some also are helpful for relieving eye discomfort. »View Info

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Tips for Dealing with the Elderly with Vision Loss

Tips for Dealing with the Elderly.Tips for the caregiver on how to deal with the elderly who suffer from loss of hearing or loss of sight. »View Info

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Fact Sheet for Caregivers to the Elderly with Vision Loss

Fact Sheet for Caregivers to the Elderly with Vision Loss, by National Family Caregiver Alliance. Gives basic facts about the four most common vision and eye disorders suffered by the elderly, and includes information for the caregiver on how . . . → Read More: Fact Sheet for Caregivers to the Elderly with Vision Loss

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Financial Aid for

Financial Aid for Eye Care, National Eye Institute, National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Good link to national and state resources that provide aid to people with vision problems. Useful for the caregiver of . . . → Read More: Financial Aid for

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Diabetes, by MedlinePlus

Diabetes, by MedlinePlus, a service of the National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, a component of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Resources. Good overall introduction to diabetes. Explains the types of diabetes: Type 1, occurring . . . → Read More: Diabetes, by MedlinePlus

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Diabetes Defined, by National Institutes of Health

Diabetes Defined, by National Institutes of Health — Senior Health. Good introduction to diabetes, with links to risk factors and prevention, symptoms and diagnosis, treatment and research, frequently asked questions, and links to other resources.

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Diabetes: Signs and Diagnosis

Diabetes: Signs and Diagnosis, by by National Institutes of Health — Senior Health. Explains that diabetes is known as a “silent” disease because it may not show any symptoms. Discusses signs to watch for, and tests to undergo for . . . → Read More: Diabetes: Signs and Diagnosis

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Diabetes Tests

Diabetes Tests, from the American Association of Clinical Chemistry, February 29, 2008. »View Info

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Mayo Clinic Discusses Diabetes

Type 2 Diabetes – Symptoms, , by Mayo Clinic. MayoClinic.com. »View Info

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Cleveland Clinic Discusses Diabetes

Diabetes – Diagnosis, by Cleveland Clinic. ClevelandClinic.com. »View Info

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State-Based Diabetes Prevention & Control Programs

State-Based Diabetes Prevention & Control Programs, Map with comprehensive links to state by state programs for prevention and control of diabetes, provided by Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. »View Info

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Directory of Diabetes Organizations

Directory of Diabetes Organizations, from the National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse, National Institutes of Health, a very good, comprehensive list with links to many government and nonprofit resources where you can seek help if your loved one suffers from diabetes. . . . → Read More: Directory of Diabetes Organizations

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Diabetes Screening, Supplies and Self-Management Training

Preventive Services – Diabetes Screening, Supplies and Self-Management Training. Information from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, on what Medicare covers for elders suffering from diabetes. »View Info

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Informal Caregiving for Diabetes

Informal Caregiving for Diabetes and Diabetic Complications Among Elderly Americans, Abstract of a scientific article from the Journals of Gerontology, finding that the number of required hours of caregiving per week for elderly patients with diabetes mellitus (up to . . . → Read More: Informal Caregiving for Diabetes

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Overview of Urinary Tract Infection

Urinary Tract Infection, MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. This is the place to start for an overview and links to further information on urinary tract infection (UTI), and . . . → Read More: Overview of Urinary Tract Infection

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Urinary Tract Infection in Adults

Introductory information, including causes, risk factors, diagnosis, treatment, recurrence, and prevention of UTI. »View Info

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Urinary Tract Infections in Women

Urinary Tract Infections in Women, FamilyDoctor.org. Good basic introduction to the causes, symptoms, treatment and tips on prevention of urinary tract infections in women. Women are far more likely than men to get urinary tract infections. »View Info

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Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci May Cause Severe UTI Infection

Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci (VRE), National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Because of its drug-resistance, VRE is one of the most serious types of bacteria that . . . → Read More: Vancomycin-Resistant Enterococci May Cause Severe UTI Infection

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Older Americans and Urinary Tract Infection

Aging in the Know: Infectious Diseases; Urinary Tract Infection, American Geriatric Society’s Foundation for Health in Aging. ”Urinary tract infection is one of the most common clinical illnesses among older adults, affecting more than 10% of older adults each . . . → Read More: Older Americans and Urinary Tract Infection

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Cleveland Clinic Discusses Urinary Tract Infection

Urinary Tract Infections (UTI), Cleveland Clinic. “Urinary tract infections are common and become increasingly more so as one ages. Most infections are readily diagnosed and treated but if ignored and left untreated, they can progress to create serious health . . . → Read More: Cleveland Clinic Discusses Urinary Tract Infection

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Mayo Clinic Discusses Urinary Tract Infection

Urinary tract infection, MayoClinic.com. Notes that one of the risk factors for UTI in women is aging, because “after menopause, … tissues of the vagina, urethra and the base of the bladder become thinner and more fragile due to . . . → Read More: Mayo Clinic Discusses Urinary Tract Infection

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Urinary Frequency

Urinary Frequency, freeMD, Interactive Medical Library, linked on MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine, National Institute of Health. An online video on urinary frequency, which can be a symptom of urinary tract infection. »View Info

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How is UTI Diagnosed?

What are the Symptoms of UTI? And How is UTI Diagnosed? National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. »View Info

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Blood in Urine

Blood in urine (hematuria), MayoClinic.com. Blood in urine, which may tinge the urine red or cola color or may not be visible except under a microscope, is one of the potential symptoms of urinary tract infection (UTI). Other symptoms . . . → Read More: Blood in Urine

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Urinary Tract Infections: Symptoms, Diagnosis & Testing

Urinary Tract Infections: Symptoms and Diagnosis & Testing, Cleveland Clinic. Describes symptoms and links to an explanation of diagnosis and testing. »View Info

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Painful Urination

Painful Urination, FamilyDoctor.org. A painful burning feeling when you urinate is often a sign of a urinary tract infection. »View Info

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What is a Urinalysis?

Urinalysis, LabTestsOnline.org, website of the American Association for Clinical Chemistry. Urinalysis (lab testing of a urine sample) is the primary and first diagnostic test for urinary tract infection. This site gives information on how urinalysis is used, when it . . . → Read More: What is a Urinalysis?

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What is a Urine Culture?

Urine culture, a related test normally ordered along with urinalysis, when symptoms indicate the possibility of a urinary tract infection. »View Info

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How Cranberry Juice Can Prevent Urinary Tract Infections

How Cranberry Juice Can Prevent Urinary Tract Infections, ScienceDaily, July 25, 2008. Reports on findings of a study done by Worcester Polytechnic Institute, supporting the common wisdom that cranberry juice can help prevent urinary tract infections (UTI). The study . . . → Read More: How Cranberry Juice Can Prevent Urinary Tract Infections

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Urinary Tract Infections What You Need to Know

Urinary Tract Infections What You Need to Know: How can I prevent more UTIs?National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Lists daily habits that help avoid . . . → Read More: Urinary Tract Infections What You Need to Know

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Guideline for Prevention of Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections

Guideline for Prevention of Catheter-associated Urinary Tract Infections, Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Some 66% to 86% of urinary tract infections (UTI) follow urinary catheterization. This article outlines recommended procedures and . . . → Read More: Guideline for Prevention of Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infections

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Cranberry Juice Effective to Prevent Urinary Tract Infection in Women

Cranberry juice for prophylaxis of urinary tract infections–conclusions from clinical experience and research, Centers for Nephrology/Dialysis, Lindau and Weinheim, Germany, Abstract of scientific study published on PubMed, U.S. National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, finding cranberry juice . . . → Read More: Cranberry Juice Effective to Prevent Urinary Tract Infection in Women

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UTI Vaccine

Is there a vaccine to prevent recurrent UTIs? National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Refers to research being conducted, and points to further resources. »View . . . → Read More: UTI Vaccine

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Urinary Tract Infection: Treatment Discussion

How is UTI Treated? National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, National Institutes of Health, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. »View Info

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How is UTI Treated?

How is UTI treated? MedicineNet.com. List and links to additional information on some of the drugs most commonly used to treat urinary tract infections (UTI). Link to additional information on treatments for more serious, recurring UTI’s suffered by some . . . → Read More: How is UTI Treated?

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Urinary Tract Infection Treatment and Drugs

Urinary Tract Infections: Treatments and Drugs, MayoClinic.com. Basic introduction to the treatments for UTI, with a list of four of the antibiotics commonly used to treat uncomplicated UTI’s. »View Info

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Antibiotics: Use Them Wisely

Antibiotics: Use them wisely, MayoClinic.com. Antibiotics work only against bacteria, not against virus. Overuse or incorrect use of antibiotics leads to antibiotic resistant strains of bacteria, a serious health risk. Here is what you can do. »View . . . → Read More: Antibiotics: Use Them Wisely

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Mayo Clinic Discusses How Antibiotics Can Cause Diarrhea

Antibiotic-associated diarrhea, by the Mayo Clinic. A discussion of how antibiotics can cause diarrhea, colitis and C-Dif, a very difficult to cure extreme diarrhea. This is an important reason to beware of treating UTI’s with overuse of antibiotics. »View . . . → Read More: Mayo Clinic Discusses How Antibiotics Can Cause Diarrhea

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Changes in Elderly Behavior May Indicate Onset of a UTI

A Place for Mom, Inc. Makes the point that the most apparent symptom of onset of a urinary tract infection (UTI) in the elderly is a rather sudden change in behavior. Confusion, extreme irritability, incontinence, or not being able . . . → Read More: Changes in Elderly Behavior May Indicate Onset of a UTI

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Incontinence in the Elderly: What a Caregiver Should Know

Incontinence in the Elderly: What a Caregiver Should Know, NBC Los Angeles/ Health. Discusses the common problem of incontinence among the elderly, and its incidence, causes, diagnosis and treatments. Makes the important point that urinary incontinence can cause urinary . . . → Read More: Incontinence in the Elderly: What a Caregiver Should Know

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Facts About Urinary Tract Infection That Caregivers Should Know

Urinary Tract Infection Can Lead to Serious Problems in the Elderly, Extension.org, an educational partnership of 74 universities in the United States. Facts about urinary tract infections in the elderly that caregivers should know, including: “Urinary tract infections are . . . → Read More: Facts About Urinary Tract Infection That Caregivers Should Know

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Symptoms of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Alzheimer’s Disease

Symptoms of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Alzheimer’s Disease, About.com. Discusses the symptoms of urinary tract infection in the elderly, a significant problem for patients with Alzheimer’s disease. It is important that the caregiver be able to recognize the . . . → Read More: Symptoms of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Alzheimer’s Disease

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Tips for Family Caregivers on Dealing With Delusional Behavior

Deal With Delusions and Dementia; Tips for Family Caregivers on Dealing With Delusional Behavior, Suite101.com. Tips for the caregiver of a senior with dementia who begins to exhibit delusional behavior. The first step is to rule out any physical . . . → Read More: Tips for Family Caregivers on Dealing With Delusional Behavior

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Depression in Older Adults

Depression in Older Adults and the Elderly: Recognizing the Signs and Getting Help, by Helpguide.org. Good overall discussion of depression in the elderly, which is a pervasive problem of aging, yet often not recognized. This results in only a . . . → Read More: Depression in Older Adults

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Depression: A Good Basic Introduction

Depression, by MedlinePlus, a Service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine, NIH, a component of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Good basic introduction to what is depression, its definition, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments, with . . . → Read More: Depression: A Good Basic Introduction

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Understanding Depression

Understanding Depression, by Helpguide.org. General discussion of what is depression, its definition, causes, nature and symptoms. »View Info

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What is Depression? By American Academy of Family Physicians

Depression: What is Depression? By American Academy of Family Physicians, FamilyDoctor.org. Overview of depression, its nature, causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatments, and tips for getting through it, with good links to other resources for depression. »View Info

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Depression in Older Adults

Depression in Older Adults, from Chapter 5 of Mental Health: A Report of the Surgeon General, U.S. Public Health Service. Discusses the clinical diagnosis of “Major” and “Minor” depression, Late-Onset Depression (in older adults) and its incidence and prevalence, . . . → Read More: Depression in Older Adults

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Depression in Older Persons, by the National Alliance

Depression in Older Persons, by the National Alliance on Mental Illness, nami.org. Good discussion of the common occurrence of depression in later life, why it often goes untreated and the consequences of lack of treatment. Mentions the fact that . . . → Read More: Depression in Older Persons, by the National Alliance

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Late Life Depression: A Fact Sheet

Late Life Depression; A Fact Sheet, , by the Geriatric Mental Health Foundation, gmhfonline.org. A good overview of depression in the elderly, including the medical definition and symptoms of depression, and its causes, consequences, costs, and treatments. Includes a . . . → Read More: Late Life Depression: A Fact Sheet

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Over 2 Million People Over the Age of 65 Are Depressed

Depression in the Elderly, , by Rafi Kevorkian, M.D., Fellow, Division of Geriatric Medicine, St. Louis University School of Medicine. Found on TheDoctorWillSeeYouNow.com, articles. References estimates that over 2 million people over the age of 65 in the U.S. . . . → Read More: Over 2 Million People Over the Age of 65 Are Depressed

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Guide to Diagnosing Depression

How Is Depression Diagnosed? InteliHealth.com. Medical content reviewed by the Faculty of the Harvard Medical School. »View Info

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Depression Symptoms in the Elderly

Depression In The Elderly Is Complicated But Treatable, From The Harvard Mental Health Letter. Reprinted in MedicalNewstoday.com. Mentions that symptoms of depression may differ in the elderly from those in younger adults. »View Info

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Geriatric Depression Scale

Geriatric Depression Scale, provides explanation and links to a short form and longer form “mood assessment scale”/ questionnaire (in various languages) offered by two Stanford professors as a rough diagnostic test for whether an elderly person may be depressed. . . . → Read More: Geriatric Depression Scale

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Depression in the Elderly

Depression in the Elderly, MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia, by MedlinePlus, a Service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine, NIH, a component of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. General overview, including focus on symptoms and tests to . . . → Read More: Depression in the Elderly

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A Guide to Mental Wellness in Older Age

Recognizing and Overcoming Depression — How to Use This Depression Recovery Tool Kit, by the Geriatric Mental Health Foundation, gmhfonline.org. A good overall discussion, with links to information on the facts about late-life depression and its causes, with especially . . . → Read More: A Guide to Mental Wellness in Older Age

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Preventing Depression Misdiagnosis of Women

Preventing Misdiagnosis of Women: A Guide to Physical Disorders That Have Psychiatric Symptoms (Women’s Mental Health and Development), a book by Elizabeth Adele Klonoff and Hope Landrine, discusses the importance of differentiating between depression and other physical ailments that . . . → Read More: Preventing Depression Misdiagnosis of Women

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The Biological Nature of Depression

Depression in the Elderly; Consequences, Symptoms and Treatment of Depression in Old Age, by Lisa C. DeLuca, Jun 28, 2008. Discussion of the biological nature of depression, complications of depression in the elderly, why they often don’t seek treatment, . . . → Read More: The Biological Nature of Depression

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Cleveland Clinic’s Guide to Recognizing Depression

Recognizing Depression – Depression Diagnosis, by Cleveland Clinic. ClevelandClinic.org. List of the symptoms and indicators of depression. »View Info

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Depression Not a Normal Part of the Aging Process

Depression Not a Normal Part of Aging Discusses symptoms of depression, and for diagnosis, recommends checking with your doctor to see first whether these symptoms may be caused by a physical illness, such as hypothyroidism or vitamin B12 deficiency, . . . → Read More: Depression Not a Normal Part of the Aging Process

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Lifestyle Changes Helpful in Overcoming Depression

A Guide to Mental Wellness in Older Age: Recognizing and Overcoming Depression — Healthy Lifestyle Choices, by the Geriatric Mental Health Foundation, gmhfonline.org. Good discussion of lifestyle changes helpful in overcoming depression, which thereby help prevent occurrence of depression, . . . → Read More: Lifestyle Changes Helpful in Overcoming Depression

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Depression: General Overview

Depression in the Elderly, MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia, by MedlinePlus, a Service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine, NIH, a component of the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. General overview, including recognition as to prevention that: “Preventing . . . → Read More: Depression: General Overview

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Depression and Long-term Care Residents

Elderly In Long-term Care Setting Suffer Depression More Than Those Cared For At Home, ScienceDaily, May 9, 2008. Reports on the findings of a study by social work students at Indiana State University. »View Info

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Controlling Depression

Staying With A Medicine Helps Older People Avoid Relapsing Into Depression, , Health News Feed, a Service of the Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions. Reports on a study concluding that medications are most useful in preventing relapse of depression in . . . → Read More: Controlling Depression

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New York Times Health Guide: Depression

An excellent, comprehensive treatment of depression, including background, causes, risk factors, diagnosis, and treatments – and including a discussion of lifestyle changes and alternative remedies that may help treat or prevent depression. Among those mentioned are: herbal remedies (St. . . . → Read More: New York Times Health Guide: Depression

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Discussion of Depression Diagnosis and Treatment

Professional Help for Depression: Diagnosis and Treatment Options, by Helpguide.org. Discussion of diagnosis and treatment options. Particular focus on non-pharmacological treatments, including various kinds of talk therapies, exercise, meditation, light therapy, yoga and other stress relief and relaxation techniques, . . . → Read More: Discussion of Depression Diagnosis and Treatment

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